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A former manager at Chad’s West Coast Grill and Bar figures she is owed nearly $2,000, including severance pay, after the Courtenay eatery was shut down because owner Chad Huff was behind in rent. “But that’s not including the other 17 people who worked there,” said Sheryl Alexander, who was given six hours notice before her shift that she no longer had a job. She sought assistance from the BC Labour Relations Board, but was told the board “can do nothing for us” because a trustee is involved in the restaurant.

“They’re trying to find someone to buy it. Everything within that building has to do with a trustee.” A notice from Consolidated Civil Enforcement says the locks on the doors at Chad’s have been changed. The landlord, Noort Investments, terminated the lease in September. The restaurant had operated at the plaza at 29th and Kilpatrick Avenue. Alexander worked at Chad’s for about 2 1/2 years. “It was great,” she said. “We had great managers. Chad was not really involved in our restaurant.” Alexander has nothing but kind words for Huff’s ex-wife, Julie, whom she said has nothing to do with the mess. “She’s a fantastic person,” Alexander said. “She’s always been a great employer, always there to help us when Chad wasn’t, and she’s done everything she could to try to help us with this situation.”

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PHOTO BY ERIN HALUSCHAK People of all ages celebrated autumn on the farm Saturday during the first day of the second annual Coastal Black Pumpkin Festival at the Black Creek winery. In addition to a four-acre pumpkin patch, visitors can feed barnyard animals, walk through a hay bale maze and more. The festival is open every Saturday and Sunday until Oct. 26, including Thanksgiving Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Using a modest amount of hand tools, Don Urquhart proudly displays his growing woodworking collection: a shelving unit, a computer desk and a prototype of an acoustic dock for small devices (ipods). Although he has a few power tools — a guided saw and a powered screwdriver — he uses mostly the hand tools in creating his projects. “I do it all by feel,” explained Urquhart. “The (power) drill doesn’t scare me. I’m still scared of the jigsaw … but I would like to conquer it. But hand tools are better — I like it that way.” Urquhart is blind, and not only does he not let that stop him from his growing interesting in woodworking, but he tackles two routes, with nearly 150 papers, as a newspaper carrier for The Comox Valley Record.

Route networking He credits the newspaper route for connecting him to neighbours who have helped him develop his passion for woodworking. “I’m more connected through the paper routes then the online world,” said Urquhart, who also works on website programming and evaluates sites for accessibility. “There’s a lot of hype

Don Urquhart uses hand tools and creates woodworking projects by touch along with delivering The Record all without his sight. Photo by erin haluschak with technology being connected but it’s still easy to be disconnected.” Following a move to his current residence in Comox, Urquhart said he enjoys mowing the lawn with a push lawnmower. He wanted to work with a weed eater, but it wasn’t something he could do with

conventional tools. He built a garden cart with a wooden platform and a seat and uses grass shears instead. He tends to a garden at his residence, but said carpentry turned out better than gardening. From there he transitioned to wood, first building shelves for a garden

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do take longer using hand tools, “when it’s a beautiful day, I’ve got the tunes going and the time factor doesn’t matter.” His latest project is an dock/stand for small audio devices that amplifies sound through wood without batteries. While he wants to keep it

simple, Urquhart said he’s on his fourth prototype, and is using online resources such as YouTube to help. Recently, he was commissioned by a neighbour to build a shoe rack, but isn’t sure given the limited space he has whether he’s able to turn woodworking into a steady job. There’s also the issue of keeping things simple. “Some type of hand tools are hard to hard to find. It may just be a hobby. Right now I’m building with postand-beam, but I haven’t graduated to finger joints. Only time will tell. For now, I’m just plugging along with small projects.” As for the paper route, Urquhart explained it’s a great means for creating connections. “When I do the route (in my neighbourhood), people come out and say hi. I’ve gotten invitations to dinner, met a hairdresser and I’ve gotten help with my woodworking.”

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Each year, International Carrier Appreciation Week recognizes the importance and hard work newspaper carriers around the world. From Oct. 2-8, newspapers across Canada are getting involved. This week, office staff at The Record are showing their appreciation by delivering papers for some of the carriers.

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to hand out important fire safety information and conduct tours of fire vehicles and equipment. “Fire Prevention Week is an important time of year for us in the fire service,” said Comox Fire Chief Gord Schreiner. “It is the focal point of our year round

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Continued from A1 “I don’t really know what’s going on,” Julie said. “It’s me, myself and I left in this community, and I’m sort of taking the brunt of it.” There is another Chad’s restaurant in Port Coquitlam, which Huff and his partners sold. The new owners told Alexander that she and other former employees would receive back pay. But again, she has received no answers. “It’s a big mess of goodness,” she said. “It’s frustrating for all of us. No answers from anybody. We’ve all been left in the dark.” If Chad declares bankruptcy, Alexander and company can apply to WEPP (Wage Earner Protection Program). “But chances are we won’t see anything,” she said. To top it off, she said Chad incorrectly filled out the Records of Employment, preventing her from receiving unemployment insurance. Chad Huff has been unavailable for comment since the Sept. 12 closure of the restaurant.

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Marc Lalonde sees the results every day of the vision of three women 20 years ago. Lalonde is the executive co-ordinator of the Beaufort Children’s Centre, and he along with his staff are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the centre Oct. 18. He explained the centre came together under the guidance of three women who saw the need for infant and toddler care for working parents, as there was a void for this type of care in the Valley at the time. Mary McLennan, Shurley Mazzerolle and Vlasta Grant came together to fundraise towards the construction of the centre, while North Island College administration agreed to dedicate a piece of land at its then-new location on Ryan Road, he said. “The number one priority was to provide spaces for students, staff and faculty at NIC, and then open it to the community,” added Lalonde. Currently, the Beaufort Child Care Society operates three child care group day care programs: Hummingbird (for toddlers between 18 to 36 months), Ladybug and Orca, both for children aged 30 months to school age, able to serve 25 and 17 children respectively. Although the centre is at its 54-space capacity and is taking names for a wait list, it serves more than 80 families a month because it offers spaces for two, three, four and five days a week. The centre has 14 regu-

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The Beaufort Children’s Centre is celebrating its 20th anniversary later this month, which began under the guidance of three women who wanted to fill a need. Photo Submitted lar full-time staff, and are all qualified as Early Childhood Educators. Lalonde said he is proud of the centre’s ratios of ECEs to children. “It is lower than required ratios; the requirement is one educator for every four toddlers for preschool, and we have one to three … more makes for stressed children and stressed staff. With a lower ratio, you have better interaction with children, and it allows (the educators) to focus on the job they want to do and engage the children more in-depth.” Lalonde added recently a standardized tool called the Early Childhood Environ-

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He explained with more than 20 years of experience working with aboriginal programs, Lalonde has also created a partnership with the Aboriginal Head Start Program. Staff will be participating in a staff swap this week, and he said he is looking forward to strengthening the relationship between the two organizations. A celebration for the centre is planned for 10 a.m. Oct. 18, with a tea, cake cutting, slide show and more. Comox Valley MLA Don McRae is scheduled to attend.

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Pancake breakfast a great way to start a Saturday Come one come all, and most importantly, come with an empty stomach. The Evergreen Club is inviting everyone out to their pancake breakfast, Saturday, Oct. 18 from 7:30-11 a.m. This yummy meal is fully served right to you at your table

at the Conference Hall of Courtenay Recreation’s Florence Filberg Centre. “In my humble opinion, it’s the biggest and best pancake breakfast in town,” says Evergreen Club convenor Sally Say. For only $5 you will get your choice of beverage and choice

TDR: Generosity of Vancouver Islanders evident at every stop Continued from Page A1 Guest rider Dean NorrisJones, a longtime Reynolds teacher and one of the strongest supporters at the school, walked into the gym alongside (as he so eloquently put it) “23 of my closest friends” to share an unforgettable experience. As fellow rider and Saanich police school liaison officer Heather Hunter stepped up and emotionally shaved her head in

front of a gym full of supporters. The students presented the team with a $93,000+ cheque. Just moments after that reveal, philanthropist Rudi Hoenson rounded that number up to an even $100,000. It’s moments like that that Tour de Rock is all about. The generosity of the people on Vancouver Island who welcome the team into their community with open arms is life-changing. The

compassion and support that Tour de Rock riders feel from the honks and waves and cheers helps drive the team from community to community. Tour de Rock truly is Vancouver Island’s charity. You should all be incredibly proud of what you helped accomplish. Thank you, Vancouver Island! We look forward to seeing you next year.

Council gets an earful regarding early morning noise Scott Stanfield Record Staff

Courtenay Coun. Doug Hillian would like to have a way to address complaints about early morning noise that has been disturbing residents living near Costco. Hillian feels more than one person in the vicinity of the store has heard horns and loud machines at 5 a.m., which he feels is unreasonable. At Monday’s council meeting, he motioned to request a staff report on steps that have been taken to address and resolve ongoing complaints about early morning noise from Costco that appears to contravene a city bylaw. But besides Hillian, Ronna-Rae Leonard was the lone councillor to support the defeated motion. Bill Anglin said council has previously rehashed the issue, and has instructed staff to

report on the situation. He notes early morning noise also occurs at locations such as Dairyland and Crown Isle. “You can’t stop a truck from arriving in an urban environment,” said Anglin, noting the disturbance created by car alarms. “There’s only so much you can do.” “I don’t see what’s changed,” Jon Ambler said. “The fix is not another study. Human beings have accountability for their own lives.” CAO David Allen — reminding council it approved an amended noise and nuisance bylaw — felt nothing had changed, which legislative services director John Ward confirmed. While appreciating the distinction between ongoing and intermittent noises, Leonard said noise in this case has been persistent for the complainants.

“They deserve to know what we’ve done,” said Leonard, who at times wonders why the city has certain bylaws. “What are we trying to achieve with these amendments?” She said a staff report will clearly articulate if there is something council can deal with. Mayor Larry Jangula disagreed. He commended the efforts of staff, and said the city has twice been exonerated by the office of the ombudsman — to which Hillian suggested the city might have to answer. “We can’t satisfy everyone,” said Jangula, who was not trivializing the complaints. Ward confirmed the two exonerations, which were not specifically linked to Costco. “Our staff has ensured us we are enforcing bylaws,” Starr Winchester said. reporter@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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Taxpayers need to know where Councillors stand on theMaple Maple Pool Lawsuit. Taxpayers Taxpayers need needneed to to know know where where Councillors Councillors stand stand on the on Maple PoolPool Pool Lawsuit. Lawsuit. Taxpayers to know where Councillors stand onthe the Maple Lawsuit.

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It It was wasItannexed annexed by bythe the City City of of of ley Regional District. was annexed by the City residents residents could could not be not evicted be unlessunless unless the City the could City could residents could not be evicted evicted the City could Courtenay Courtenay inin2002. 2002. Prior to to annexation, annexation, the the proppropCourtenay in Prior 2002. Prior to annexation, the propprovide provide alternate alternate accommodations accommodations for them. for So them. the So provide alternate accommodations for them. So thethe erty erty had had for for decades decades operated operated in in its itsin present present form, form, erty had for decades operated its present form, City City decides decides to sue to the sue Lins! the City decides to sue the Lins! Lins! a campsite a campsite with withyear year round permanent permanent residents. residents. a campsite withround year round permanent residents. As As soon soon asas Maple Maple Pool Pool was was annexed by byCourtenay, Courtenay, As soon as Maple Poolannexed was annexed by Courtenay, thethe City City suggested suggested that that the the permanent residences residences the City suggested thatpermanent the permanent residences there there bethere be connected connected to to the theto City City sewage system; system; this thisthis be connected thesewage City sewage system; was was done. done. was done. 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During the course their their rezoning rezoning application application was incomplete was incomplete incomplete because because their rezoning application was because of these nine years, the City City once of these nine years, never oncequestioned questioned of these nine the years, thenever City never once questioned a supporting a supporting archaeological archaeological study,study, study, hydraulic hydraulic study,study, study, a supporting archaeological hydraulic use thecampsite for year permanent thethe use ofof the for year round permanent the use ofcampsite the campsite for round year round permanent and and such such other other studies studies as theas City the might Citymight require might require as and such other studies as the City require as as residence. residence. residence. well well as about asas about $15,000 $15,000 in fees in would fees would would be required. berequired. required. well about $15,000 fees be The Lins sought to borrow borrow $1.1 through The Lins sought to $1.1million million through The Lins sought to borrow $1.1 million through Within Within days, days, the City the City led afi filawsuit led aalawsuit lawsuit against against the thethe Within days, thehad Cityfihad had led against a mortgage application. On the ofofa awrita mortgage application. On the basis a mortgage application. Onbasis the basis ofwrita writLins Lins inLins the in in the Supreme CourtCourt of British of British British Columbia. Columbia. Our Our Our theSupreme Supreme Court of Columbia. assurance from the the City, City, executed tenten assurance from the lender executed ten assurance from the the City,lender the lender executed hard hard earned earned tax dollars tax at work! at work! hard earned taxdollars dollars at work! a $1.1 mortgage to the also a $1.1 million mortgage to the Lins. TheCity City also a million $1.1 million mortgage toLins. the The Lins. The City also TheThe Lins Lins proceeded to fileto their le defence theirdefence defence in court, court, The Linsproceeded proceeded to file their in in court, provided oraland and written assurances to provided oral written assurances tomortgage mortgage provided oral and written assurances to mortgage and and aand hearing a ahearing was was scheduled for October for October October 2012. 2012. 2012. hearing was scheduled scheduled for lenders, referring the lender lender to ofof the lenders, referring the to the the section the lenders, referring the lender tosection the section of the Representatives Representatives fromfrom each side side inmet met November November of Representatives from each eachmet side ininNovember of of Local Government Act, which which defi the status of of of Local Government Act, defines nes the status Local Government Act, which defi nes the status 2012. 2012. TheThe City City postponed the lawsuit the lawsuit lawsuit for sixfor months. for six months. 2012. The Citypostponed postponed the six months. “legally non-conforming” (which essentially means “legally non-conforming” (which essentially means “legally non-conforming” (which essentially means As As the the end of the of the extension extension loomed, loomed, As theend end ofsix-month the six-month six-month extension loomed, “grandfathering” onthe theon basis land of of of “grandfathering” on basis thatthe the land usage “grandfathering” the that basis that theusage land usage the the City’s City’s engineers engineers miss miss deadline deadline to supply to supply engiengithe City’s engineers miss deadline to supply engiproperty pre-dated the relevant bylaw, which thethe property pre-dated the relevant bylaw, which the property pre-dated the relevant bylaw, which neering neering datadata to the to joint the City-Maple City-Maple Pool team; Pool the team; neering data to the joint joint City-Maple Pool team; thethe therefore doesnot not apply to the subject property). therefore does apply to theto subject property). therefore does not apply the subject property). City City extends extends the deadline the for a further for aafurther further three three months. three months. City extends thedeadline deadline for months. Three Three months months laterlater the City’s the engineers engineers had missed had missed Three months later the City’s City’s engineers had missed thethe deadline deadline and and there was still was no still data no on data which on to which the deadline andthere there was still no data on which to to runrun the the hydraulic hydraulic model model to raise to raiseof part theofsite of the tosite site run the hydraulic model to part raise part the to to meet meet fl oodplain fl oodplain requirements. requirements. meet fl oodplain requirements. In 2009 In 2009 and and 2010, 2010, BCHydro Hydro inadvertently inadvertently floodfloodIn 2009 andBC 2010, BC Hydro inadvertently flooded ed portions portions ofofthe the City City of Courtenay Courtenay including including ed portions of the of City of Courtenay including How How does does the City the respond City – “let’s––go “let’s back go to back court court How does the Cityrespond respond “let’s go back toto court parts parts ofparts of Maple Maple Pool Poolwhen when it improperly improperly released released of Maple Pool when it improperly released and and proceed proceed withwith the lawsuit!” the . and proceed with the lawsuit!” lawsuit!” .. water water in in totothe the Tsolum Tsolum River. River. River. Since SinceSince January January 2010 2010 water in to the Tsolum January 2010 TheThe City’s City’s lawyer lawyer requested requested an immediate animmediate immediate order order order The City’s lawyer requested an ooding whatsoever atatMaple there there has has been been no flflooding whatsoever Maple there has no been no flooding whatsoever at Maple from from the the court court to evict to all Maple all Maple Pool residents Poolresidents residents im- im-imfrom the court toevict evict all Maple Pool Pool. Pool. Pool. mediately mediately and and have all fixtures, all infrastructure, infrastructure, pipes pipes pipes mediately andhave have all fi fixtures, xtures, infrastructure,

The The legal legal dispute dispute begins begins with with The legal dispute begins with taxpayers taxpayers footing footing the the bill thebill bill taxpayers footing

The TheCity Cityof ofCourtenay Courtenay The City of Courtenay accepted accepted Maple Maple Pool Pool accepted Maple Pool

The The City City flip-fl flflip-fl ops ops The City ip-fl ops

The The Lins Lins applied applied for rezoning forrezoning rezoning The Lins applied for

The TheflThe fl ooding ooding in in winter winter flooding in winter ofof2009/2010 2009/2010 of 2009/2010

How doour our City Councillors respond toto BCto How do City respond BCetc. How do our Councillors City Councillors respond BC etc. removed removed fromfrom the property. the etc. removed from the property. property. Hydro’s Mistake Issue Notice and Hydro’s Mistake ––Issue an Eviction Eviction Notice and Hydro’s Mistake – Issue an Eviction Notice and Launch a Lawsuit! Launch a Lawsuit! Launch a Lawsuit!

Now Now what what have have our our our tax tax tax Now what have OnOn October 19, the City’s solicitors notifi ed ed October 19,2010, 2010, the City’s solicitors notifi ed On October 19, 2010, the City’s solicitors notifi dollars dollars brought brought us? us? us? dollars brought thethe Lins that Maple Pool operating contraLins that Maple Pool was was inin contrathe Lins that Maple Pooloperating was operating in contra-

TheThe court court refused refused to grant to any order anyorder for order eviction. for eviction. The court refused to grant grant any for eviction. vention ofof the relevant zoning bylaw. The City’s lawvention the relevant zoning bylaw. The City’s lawvention of the relevant zoning bylaw. The City’s lawyers demanded that Lins bring Maple Pool into yers demanded thatthe the Lins Maple Pool into TheThe court court granted granted the Lins’ the Lins’ request for anfor adjournfor adjournyers demanded that thebring Lins bring Maple Pool into The court granted therequest Lins’ request anan adjourncompliance by its andset set deadcompliance byevicting evicting its tenants tenants and aa deadment, ment, noting noting that that there had been had no been delay nodelay whatsodelay whatsocompliance by evicting its tenants and set a deadment, noting thatthere there had been no whatsoline of of January 31, line January 31,2011. 2011. ever ever on the onon the part part of the of Lins. the line of January 31, 2011. ever the part of the Lins. Lins. Authorized Authorized by by Silverado Silverado Group Group of Companies, of Companies, registered sponsor sponsor under under LECFA,under LECFA, 399 Clubhouse 399 399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, Drive, Courtenay, BC, V9N 9G3BC, Authorized by Silverado Group of registered Companies, registered sponsor LECFA, Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, BC,V9N V9N 9G3 9G3

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Taxpayers need to know where Councillors stand on the Maple Pool Lawsuit. Taxpayers need to know know where Councillors stand on the Maple Pool Lawsuit. Taxpayers to know where Councillors stand onMaple theMaple Maple Lawsuit. Taxpayers Taxpayers need needneed to to know where where Councillors Councillors stand stand on the on the Pool Pool Pool Lawsuit. Lawsuit.

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The court expressed skepticism at the safety arguThe court expressed skepticism atsafety the argusafety arguThe The court court expressed expressed skepticism skepticism at at the the safety arguments advanced by the City, and the court reserved Taxpayers need to know where Councillors stand on the Maple Pool Lawsuit. ments advanced the City, and thereserved court reserved ments ments advanced advanced by bythe the by City, City, and and the the court court reserved judgement on the matter ofadding adding residents as dedejudgement on the matter of adding residents as dejudgement judgement on onthe thematter matter of of adding residents residents as as defendants in the lawsuit. The court expressed skepticism at the safety argufendants in the lawsuit. fendants fendants inin the thelawsuit. lawsuit. In In the unlikely event that the City was to sucthe unlikely event that the City toto sucIn the unlikely that the City was sucIn the unlikely eventevent that the City was towas sucments advanced by the City, and the court reserved Furthermore, on March 13,2014 2014 the Court handed ceed and obtain its eviction order, itwould would be Furthermore, on March 13,the 2014 thehanded Court handed Furthermore, Furthermore, on onMarch March 13, 13, 2014 the Court Court handed ceed and obtain its eviction eviction itit bebe ceed and obtain its order, would ceed and obtain its eviction order, order, it would be judgement on the against matter ofthe adding residents asthat dedown its judgement City, ordering faced with a counterclaim against which it has no down its judgement against the City, ordering that down down itsits judgement judgement against against the theCity, City,ordering ordering that that faced a counterclaim against itithas nono faced with a counterclaim against which has faced with a with counterclaim against which which it has no fendants in the lawsuit.be added to the suit. The In the unlikely event that the City was to sucthe Maple Pool residents defence. When the dust settles, the entire prothePool Maple Pool residents be added to theThe suit. The the the Maple Maple Poolresidents residents be be added added totothe the suit. suit. The defence. When the dust settles, the entire prodefence. When the settles, dust settles, the proentire prodefence. When the dust the entire Furthermore, on March 13, 2014 the Court handed ceed and obtain its eviction order, it would be judge also awarded costs to the Lins and the Maple cess could cost taxpayers something in excess of judge also awarded costs to the Lins and the Maple judge judge also also awarded awarded costs costs to to the theLins Linsand and the the Maple Maple cess could costtaxpayers taxpayers something in ofof cess could cost something inexcess excess cess could cost taxpayers something in excess of down its judgement against the City, ordering that faced with a counterclaim against which it has no Pool residents, against theCity. City. $2,000,000! We have to ask: “Is this the best use Pool residents, the City. Pool Pool residents, residents, against againstagainst the the City. $2,000,000! Wehave have to ask: “Is this the best use $2,000,000! We to ask: this the best use $2,000,000! We have to ask: “Is this“Is the best use the Maple Pool residents be added to the suit. The defence. When the dust settles, the entire pro1 1 of our tax dollars, a lawsuit designed to evict 57 1 InIn the wake of the March 13,2014 2014 Judgement of our tax dollars, lawsuit designed to evict 5757 of tax dollars, aalawsuit designed to evict tax dollars, a lawsuit designed to evict 57 In theawarded wake the March 13, Judgement 2014 Judgement , our In the thewake wake of of the the of March March 13, 13, Judgement ,, our , 1of judge also costs to the2014 Lins and the Maple cess could cost taxpayers something in excess of people – and and where would theygo”? go”? most members of this community assumed that City people – and where would they people – where would they go”? people – and where would they go”? most members of this assumed that City most members of community assumed that City most members ofthis this community that City Pool residents, against thecommunity City.assumed $2,000,000! We have to ask: “Is this the best use Councillors would have no choice but to call off the During the course of the court hearing, the judge Councillors would have no choice but to call off the Councillors would choice but call Councillors wouldhave have no no choice but toto call offoff thethe the course ofthe thedesigned court hearing, the judge the course of court hearing, the judge the ofathe court hearing, the of During ourDuring taxcourse dollars, lawsuit to judge evict 57 In the wake of the March 13, 2014 Judgement1, During lawsuit and fi nd a constructive solution. at one one point told counsel for the City that “I wasn’t lawsuit and find a constructive solution. lawsuit and find aaconstructive solution. lawsuit and find constructive solution. at one point toldcounsel counsel for the City that “I“I wasn’t at point told for the City that wasn’t at one point told counsel for the City that “I wasn’t people – and where would they go”? most members of this community assumed that City born yesterday.” At another point he asked the But no community was astounded when the born yesterday.” At another point he born yesterday.” At another point heasked askedthe the born yesterday.” At another pointhearing, he asked the no - the community was but astounded when the But no --But the community was astounded when the But no -the the community astounded when the Councillors would havewas no choice to call off the During the course of the court the judge City’s lawyer what would happen tothe the tenants new City CAO, Mr. David Allen, published letter setCity’s lawyer what would happen to tenants City’s lawyer what would happen to tenants City’s lawyer what would happen to the tenants new City Davidpublished Allen, published asetletter setnew City CAO, Mr. David Allen, published aa letter setnew City CAO, Mr. David Allen, a letter lawsuit and fiCAO, nd a Mr. constructive solution. at one point told counsel for the City that “Ithe wasn’t if they were evicted. The City lawyer’s response ting out the City’s justifi cations for pushing on with ifwere they were evicted. Thelawyer’s City lawyer’s response if they were evicted. The City lawyer’s response if they evicted. City response ting the City’scations justifi cations for pushing on with ting out the City’s justifi for pushing on with ting out the justifi cations for pushing on with born yesterday.” AtThe another point he asked the But noout -City’s the community was astounded when the was that the “provincial government” would take the lawsuit, arguing that safety is the real issue, even was that the “provincial government” would take was thewhat “provincial government” would take was thatthat the “provincial government” would take the lawsuit, arguing that safety is the real issue, even the lawsuit, arguing that safety isthe thereal real issue, even the lawsuit, arguing that safety is issue, even City’s lawyer would happen to the tenants new City CAO, Mr. David Allen, published a letter setcare of them, to which the judge commented that though the court has rejected that argument. After care of them, which the judge commented care ofwere them, toto which the judge commented that care of them, to which theThe judge commented that that though the court hascations rejected that argument. After if they evicted. City lawyer’s response though the has rejected that argument. though thecourt court has rejected that argument. After ting out the City’s justifi for pushing onAfter with from what he could see, theaction only action of the losing the argument in court, theCity City persists ineven tryfrom what hecould could see, the only action ofof the from what he see, the only action the what he see, the only of the was that thecould “provincial government” would take losing the argument in court, City issue, persists infrom trylosing the argument in the City persists trylosing the argument in court, court, the persists in in trythe lawsuit, arguing that safety is the real Province, with respect to the Comox Valley homeing to sell itit to the voters. Province, with respect to the Comox Comox homecare of with them, to which theto judge commented that Province, with respect the Valley homeProvince, respect to the Comox Valley Valley homeing to sell itvoters. to has the rejected voters. that argument. After though the court ing to sell it to the ing to sell to the voters. less, has been to send them to Maple Pool. less, has been to send them to Maple Pool. from what he could see, the only action of the less, been to send less, has has been to send them them to Maple Maple Pool. Pool. losing the argument in court, the City persists in tryProvince, with respect to the Comox Valley ing to sell it to the voters. No one has suggested improper motives on the No one has suggested improper motives the has suggested improper motives on the No No oneone has suggested improper motives on hometheon less, has been to send them to Maple Pool. part of of our Councillors, but theirdefensiveness defensiveness at our Councillors, butdefensiveness their at at part of our Councillors, but their defensiveness part ofpart our Councillors, but their at The Lins do not need to rezone because Maple Pool The Lins do not need to rezone because Maple Pool The Lins do to rezone because Maple Pool The Lins donot notneed need to rezone because Maple Pool No one has suggested improper motives on the this time, when there would appear to be no posthis time, when there would appear to be no posthis time, when toposbe no posthis time, when therethere wouldwould appearappear to be no has legal non-conforming statuswhich which means that Mahas legal non-conforming status which means that Mahas legal non-conforming status which means that Mahas legal non-conforming status means that Mapart ofrationale our Councillors, but their defensiveness at sible rationale for them to continue the crusade, sible rationale for them continue the crusade, sible for them to continue the crusade, sible rationale for them to continue the crusade, The Lins needthe to rezone Maple Pool ple Pool isis exempted from the present zoning bylaw. ple Pooldo is not exempted from the because present zoning bylaw. ple Pool is exempted from the present zoning bylaw. ple Pool exempted from present zoning bylaw. this when there would appear to be no posis puzzling. puzzling. istime, puzzling. is is puzzling. has legal non-conforming status which means that MaAsAs for David Allen’s argument about safety, please As forAllen’s David argument Allen’s argument about safety, please sible rationale for them to continue the crusade, As for David about safety, please for David Allen’s argument about safety, please ple Pool is exempted from the present zoning bylaw. Their Their main arguments for aneviction eviction order have Their main arguments for an an order have Their main arguments eviction order have main arguments for an for eviction order have note again that the court hadgiven given short shrift to to note again that the had court had short given short shrift is puzzling. note again that the court had given short shrift to note again that the court shrift to already been rejected by the court; court; their actions already been rejected by the their actions As for David of Allen’s argumentcalamity. about safety, please already been rejected by the court; their actions already been rejected by the court; their actions the City’s claims impending For perthe City’s of claims of impending calamity. For perthe City’s claims calamity. For perthe City’s claims of impending impending calamity. For perTheir main arguments for an eviction order have are opposed by such an overwhelming percentnote we again that the the court had given short shrift to are opposed bysuch such an overwhelming overwhelming percentopposed by an percentareare opposed by such an overwhelming percentspective, note that safety and liability issues spective, we note that the and safety and liability issues spective, we that the safety and liability issues spective, wenote note that the safety liability issues already been rejected by the court; their actions fatal age of voters that they seem to be inflicting the City’s claims of impending calamity. For perage of voters that they seem to be inflicting age of voters they seem to be inflicting fatal age of voters that that they seem to be inflicting fatal fatal faced by the Maple Pool residents because they live faced by the Pool Maple Pool residents because they live are opposed by such an overwhelming percentfaced by the because they live faced by theMaple Maple Pool residents residents because they live spective, we note that the safety and liability issues political damage on themselves, yet they persepolitical damage on themselves, yet they persepolitical damage on themselves, yet they persepolitical damage on themselves, yet they perseonon fl ood plain are identical tothe the safety and liabilionplain aplain flood plain are identical to the and safety and liabiliage of voters that they seem to be inflicting fatal on aa fl identical to the safety and liabiliaood flood are identical to safety liabilifaced by theare Maple Pool residents because they live vere in in this perverse quest. Why? Is there a mesmesthis perverse quest. Why? Is aa mesvere in this perverse quest. Is there vere invere this perverse quest. Why? Why? Is there athere mesty issues faced by residents of fl ood plains in Calgary, political damage on themselves, yet they persetyflfaced issues faced by residents ofplains fl ood plains in Calgary, ty issues residents offlflood ood plains in Calgary, ty issues by residents of in Calgary, on afaced ood by plain are identical to the safety and liabilisage in the fact that the orders they have requestin the fact that theorders orders they have sage inthis the fact that the they have requestsage insage the fact that the orders they requestWinnipeg, parts of Nova Scotia, large segments of vere in perverse quest. Why?have Is there a requestmesWinnipeg, parts of Scotia, Nova large of Winnipeg, parts of Nova Scotia, large segments Winnipeg, parts of Nova segments of of ty issues faced by residents of Scotia, fllarge ood plains insegments Calgary, ed from the Court go far beyond a simple order ed from the Court go far beyond a simple ed from the go far beyond a simple order ed sage from the Court go far beyond a simple order order Vancouver, New Westminster, Maple Ridge, Mission, in the factCourt that the orders they have requestVancouver, New Westminster, Maple Ridge, Mission, Vancouver, New Westminster, Maple Ridge, Mission, Vancouver, New Westminster, Maple Ridge, Mission, Winnipeg, parts of Nova Scotia, large segments of forfor eviction? Why are they asking the court to eviction? Why arebeyond they asking asking the court toto for eviction? Why are they theorder court for ed eviction? are they asking the court to from theWhy Court go far a simple and the entire City of Richmond. But our Courteand theCity entire of Richmond. But our Courteand the entire of Richmond. But our Courteand the entire City Westminster, ofCity Richmond. But our CourteVancouver, New Maple Ridge, Mission, order the complete removal of all all infrastructures, order the complete removal of infrastructures, order the complete all infrastructures, order the complete removal of all infrastructures, for eviction? Why areremoval they asking the court to nay City Council, CAO and the City’s Engineering nay City Council, CAO and theBut City’s nay City Council, CAO and the City’s Engineering nay City Council, CAO of and the City’s Engineering and the entire City Richmond. ourEngineering Courte- including piping, sewage system, RV pads, buildincluding piping, sewage system, RV pads, including piping, sewage system, RV pads,buildbuildincluding piping, sewage system, RV pads, buildorder the complete removal of all infrastructures, Department, is the only municipal government in in isCAO themunicipal only municipal government Department, is municipal government Department, isthe the only only government in in nayDepartment, City Council, and the City’s Engineering ings, etc.? ings, etc.? including ings, etc.?piping, sewage system, RV pads, buildings, etc.? the whole of Canada which hasaddressed addressed these isthe whole ofthe Canada which has addressed these Department, is only has municipal government in isthe whole of which has addressed these isthe whole ofCanada Canada which these isings, etc.? sues by invoking legal action toevict evict the residents sues byof invoking legal action tothe evict the residents the whole Canada which has addressed these issues by invoking legal to evict the residents sues by invoking legal action action to residents of the aff ected areas. sues by invoking action to evict the residents of the aff ectedlegal areas. of of the aff ected areas. the aff ected areas. of the aff ected areas. Thus far, The City has wasted inexcess excess of $200,000 Thus far, The City has wasted in excess of $200,000 Thus far, The has wasted in excess $200,000 Thus far, TheCity City has wasted in ofof $200,000 Thus far, The City has wasted in excess of $200,000 of taxpayers’ money, used against the owners andand Yes – I fully support proceeding with the lawsuit to of taxpayers’ money, used against the owners of of taxpayers’ againstthe theowners owners and taxpayers’money, money, used used against and Yes I fully support proceeding with the toto – I– fully support proceeding with thelawsuit lawsuit Yes Yes – I fully support proceeding with the lawsuit to of taxpayers’ money, used against the owners and residents of Maple Pool and the only things ourour residents of Maple Poolthe and thethings only things residents of Pool and the only things our residents ofMaple Maple Pool and only our Yes – I fully support proceeding with the lawsuit to evict Maple Pool residents evict Maple Pool residents evict Maple Pool residents evict Maple Pool residents residents of Maple and the only things our evict Maple Pool residents Councillors have achieved to date are three rulings Councillors havePool achieved to date are three rulings Councillors have achieved to date are three rulings Councillors have achieved to date are three rulings No – Inot I– do not support proceeding with the lawsuit, No I do not support proceeding with the lawsuit, No – do not support proceeding with the lawsuit, No – I do support proceeding with the lawsuit, Councillors have achieved to date are three rulings against them in the Supreme Court of British Co-Coagainst them in the Supreme Court of British against them the Court of British Coagainst themin in the Supreme Supreme Court of British CoNo – I do not support proceeding with the lawsuit, and will work to fi nd a responsible solution for the and will work findaaresponsible responsible solution the will work toto solution for the andand will work to find afind responsible solution for thefor against them in the Supreme Court of British Columbia. lumbia. lumbia. lumbia. and will work to fi nd a responsible solution for the most vulnerable of our community members most vulnerable ofour ourcommunity community members lumbia. 1 most vulnerable of members most vulnerable of our community members Court1 case transcripts available onavailable www.friendsofmaplepool.ca 1 1 Court caseare transcripts are on www.friendsofmaplepool.ca

What thelawsuit lawsuit could What What thethe lawsuit could could end end end up costing the taxpayers up costing the taxpayers taxpayers upup costing costing thethe taxpayers What the lawsuit could end up costing the taxpayers

Why? Why? Why? Why? Why?

As taxpayers – we need toask ask As taxpayers –need we need to taxpayers – we need to ask AsAs taxpayers – we to ask As taxpayers – we need tostand: ask Councillors where they stand: Councillors where they Councillors where they stand: Councillors where they stand: Councillors where they stand:

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most vulnerable of our community members

Is this where your tax dollars are best spent? Is this where your tax dollars are best spent? Is where your tax dollars are best spent? Is this this where your tax dollars are best spent? Is this where your tax dollars are best spent? Would you not want to know where your elected Would you not want to know where your elected Would you not want know where your elected Would you not want toto know where your elected Would you not want to know where your elected offi cials stand on this issue? offi cials stand on this issue? offi cials stand on this issue? offi cials stand onon this issue? offi cials stand this issue? th th th 15 th th Make your voice and your vote heard on November 15 2014. Make your voice and your vote heard on November ,,,2014. Make your voice and your vote heard on November 2014. Make your voice and your vote heard onon November 1515 ,15 2014. , 2014. Make your voice and your vote heard November “I“I personally met Jin & Dali Lin 20 years ago. They have invested “I personally met Jin & Lin Dali Lin 20 years ago. They have invested “I personally met Jin & Dali Lin 20 years ago. They have invested personally met Jin & Dali 20 years ago. They have invested “I personally met Jin & Dali Lin 20 years ago. They have invested millions of dollars inin economic development and payrolls within the millions of dollars in economic development and payrolls within millions of dollars economic development and payrolls within thethe millions of in economic development and payrolls within the millions ofdollars dollars in economic development and payrolls within the City of Courtenay and the rest of the Comox Valley. What City staff and City of Courtenay and the rest of the Comox Valley. What City staff and City of Courtenay and the rest of the Comox Valley. What City staff and City of Courtenay and the rest of the Comox Valley. What City staff and City of Courtenay and the rest of the Comox Valley. What City staff and Council have infl icted upon them over the last fi ve years istravesty! travesty! Council have infl icted upon them over the last fifi ve years is travesty! a Council have infl icted upon them over the fi ve years is aa travesty! Council have infl icted upon them over the last ve years is travesty! Council have infl icted upon them over the last filast ve years is a They should be recognized and rewarded, not persecuted. The Culture They should recognized and rewarded, not persecuted. The Culture They should be recognized and rewarded, not persecuted. The Culture They should be recognized and rewarded, not persecuted. The Culture They should bebe recognized and rewarded, not persecuted. The Culture within the City Courtenay is Broken!” Broken!” Ron Coulson within the City ofof Courtenay is Broken!” Ron Coulson within the City of Courtenay is Broken!” Ron Coulson within the City of Courtenay Ron Coulson within the City Courtenay isis Broken!” Ron Coulson Authorized by Silverado Group of Companies,registered registered sponsor under LECFA, 399399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, BC, V9N 9G3 Authorized by Silverado Group ofCompanies, Companies, sponsor under LECFA, Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, BC, V9N 9G3 Authorized by Silverado Group of Companies, registered under LECFA, 399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, BC, V9N9G3 9G3 Authorized by Silverado Group of registered sponsor under LECFA, 399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, V9N Authorized by Silverado Group of Companies, registered sponsor under sponsor LECFA, 399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay, BC, V9N 9G3BC,

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Near miss this summer A recent unplanned flow event and public safety near miss took place in July 2014. “River flows went up and down in a few places over a few hours due to a malfunction in the generating station,” says Watson. “During this event the warning sirens sounded as they were designed to. There are signs and measures in place such as the sirens, to advise people that this is a hydroelectric facility and that at times they need to exit the river.” BC Hydro has a 10-year capital plan and two projects are in place to further mitigate the potential downstream risks on the Puntledge River. Watson says the capital plan is to improve the safety of BC Hydro’s hydroelectric facilities. The first project will improve public safety and provide more reliable real-time water flow information in the watershed. The first element is upgrading the siren warning system, to provide better public safety notification – mainly sirens will be easier to hear along the river. The sirens are located at seven areas of the Puntledge River from the Comox dam to Puntledge Park. “The existing sirens will be replaced with modern sirens and control systems that will direct the sound towards where it is needed on the river while reducing the sound volume to areas outside the river,” says Watson. The second element of this project is the various water survey gauges on the Puntledge, Browns and Tsolum rivers. They will be upgraded to be more accurate, reliable and closer to realtime water flows to allow BC Hydro to more efficiently manage flows from Comox Dam for fish, to

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From left: Tin Town Tacos’ Melody and Suzy and owner/cook Fred Smith present CV Hospice Society representative Maureen Swift with an $820 cheque from their Taco for Tenderness fundraising event. Photo by bill jorgensen

Thank you to the Georgia Straight Jazz Society for thinking of YANA at their tribute to the wonderful Len Wilkie, held at the Avalanche Bar in September. Jackie Wilkie presented Ocean Varney of YANA with $1,000 from the event.

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The Totem Riders brought teddy bears, pajamas and activity books and raised $3,150 for the Maternal Child Unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Organizer Ron Fortin presents $3,150 to Lynn Dashkewytch – St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation executive director.

Glacier View Lodge is pleased to receive this beautiful bench from members of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, Mid-Island Branch. The PPCLI made similar presentations at 10 Island care facilities in honour of their 100 year celebration. Photo left to right (standing): Brian Vernon, Kazimierz Jednorog, Fred Raven, Peter Seiersen, Collins Harrow, Frank Graves, PPCLI Association President Mid-Island Branch. Seated: Roy Galon, participant in the restorative care program and Donna Rensvold.

InCON Family Gaming Convention organizers (from left to right) Courtney Pozzolo, Alex Greenwood and Danya Etherington hand over $158.55 to Ocean Varney from YANA (far right), the benefactor of fundraising efforts during their 2014 convention in August.

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The Breadner helmet - a unique war relic T

he Comox Air Force Museum with a donation, but we wanted has a dedicated group of indito see if we could find more of the viduals who sit on our Collecstory. tions Management Committee. Our research showed that L.S. When an artifact is donated, it Breadner was a pilot serving with is evaluated on its relevance to the Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) museum, its condition, No. 3 Squadron at Sifting through Marieux (Montplaiand its rarity. Most sir), France and we people would assume the archives were able to find first that if an item is rare person accounts of that it would be automatically accepted into his actions in aerial el our collection, but an combat 17 April, 1917. artifact’s relevance to (These are related in irnie the museum’s mandate Jon Guttman’s Naval is the true determining Aces World War 1 and, factor. Canadian Airmen and the First The story began when Don World War by S.F. Wise.) Magor of Campbell River inquired In his own account of the battle, if our museum would be interested he heard the anti-aircraft guns, in the donation of a WW1 German looked up and saw a Hun (a Gotha pilot’s helmet. The helmet was a Bomber 610/16 from Kampstaffel battlefield souvenir from his grand- 15 KG 111) at 10,000 feet. He father, the former Chief of the Air scrambled to 12,000 feet, intercepted the bomber and shot out Staff R.C.A.F. Overseas1944-45, its engines, forcing it to crash-land Lloyd S. Breadner. In this case the artifact was near Vron on the allied side of the part of the story of the birth of lines. Lloyd then landed his plane the Royal Canadian Air Force and close by and cut the Iron Cross coincided with the 100th anniversymbol from the wing of the burnsary of the start of the First World ing aircraft. By the end of the day War. Therefore, this artifact was that Iron Cross was hanging on a extremely relevant to our museum. wall in No.3 Squadron’s Mess. This Don Manley, one of the volunwas the first Gotha Bomber to be teers on the committee, noted that shot down by a fighter plane over there was an inscription in the helthe Western Front. met that was barely legible. “Hun The crew of the Gotha were brought down near (Mnt...?) April taken prisoner and Lloyd kept the 23’17”. helmet of the pilot, Offz. Stv. Alfred The fact that the owner of the Heidner, as a souvenir. The other helmet was an important persontwo crew members taken prisage in the RCAF and having this oner that day were Lt. Karl Josef inscription was more information Scheuren, Observer and Lt. Otto than the museum usually receives Wirth.

War museum calling out for artifacts Erin Haluschak Record Staff

With a new name set to launch, the HMCS Alberni Museum (formerly The Alberni Project) is putting a call out to Comox Valley residents for items relating to an upcoming permanent exhibit in honour of the First World War. Founder and Project Director Lewis Bartholomew said he is asking for community support for letters, photos, postcards, uniforms or any historical artifacts relating to the war from people in the Valley between 1914 to 1919. “Visitors would come into the museum and would tell me their grandfather was the in the war; there’s a lot of local connections in the community,” he explained. Bartholomew hopes the exhibit will be open by the first week of January 2015 in the museum located in the Comox Centre Mall. “There’s a long history of people boarding ships and trains to Victoria (to head to war), and the Scottish Regiment has a long history in the Valley. There’s also a long military history with (CFB) Quadra and naval training,” he noted. He added although the Comox Valley served as a “jumping off” place in the province during the war, the tradition continues today with

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Quadra and CFB Comox. Currently, Bartholomew has photos, books and sheet music from the war, along with a brass tin box given to members of the forces from Princess Mary for Christmas 1914. He hopes to collect other items, and added the display would include stories behind the memorabilia. He is also seeking additional information on the history of CFB Quadra in the community. Bartholomew noted the change in name is to better reflect the location of The Alberni Project exhibit (and others) in the space. “We really want people to know this particular location is a museum,” he explained, and added it is just the facility which is changing names, and the displays, along with The Alberni Project mobile exhibit, will remain the same. Anyone with artifacts, heirlooms or photographs can bring them to Bartholomew at the museum near the blue arch entrance Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Items can either be loaned to the museum for an agreed time or donated permanently to the museum’s collection. For more information on the Alberni Project Society, visit www. alberniproject.org.

F/L L.S. Breadner received the Distinguished Service Cross and attained the rank of Major during the First World War. He continued to serve in the Canadian Air Force until he was promoted to Air Chief Marshall on his retirement, 25 November 1945. The helmet may be seen in our updated WWI exhibit. In “Sifting through the Archives” we explore the personal history of some of the interesting people, events, and artefacts in our collection. Meet the volunteers who take the time to preserve our Canadian Military aviation history. The Comox Air Force Museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entrance is by donation.

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downtown Comox? I hear this over and over again. The proposed marina plans are a start but are they really going to improve the waterfront? I was disappointed by this proposal. Think about why people come to a place? Why are Coombs, Chemainus, Victoria’s Fishermans Wharf, Cowichan Bay, Telegraph Cove, popular with tourists? They are popular because they are funky. Funky small buildings, with cheap rent, to house small restaurants and gift/art shops, with decks overlooking the water, that is what attracts people, not giant pergolas. I don’t see anything funky about this waterfront proposal. So many people have suggested a waterfront trail accessed by walkers and bikers from Courtenay to Goose Spit. People moving, exercising and even commuting via a waterfront trail. A flat biking trail to Courtenay would encourage more people to use their bikes. Forget finding a new place for a bridge over to Courtenay. Build a bridge over the bridge that is already there, no environmental impact. The Courtenay outdoor swimming pool is overcrowded, old and is constantly breaking down. A new outdoor pool in Comox, either at Marina Park, Anderton Park or on a section of the golf course would attract young families to the downtown core. Instead of dropping your children off in Courtenay to use the pool you would be staying in and supporting your own community. A town the size of Comox should have an outdoor pool. A dome over it in the winter could offer lots of aquacise classes to senior citizens and many of them could walk to the pool. Please forget about paying any more high-priced architects to make plans that are not going to do much to attract visitors and locals. Ask the people of Comox via a town hall meeting that is over the Internet. People are busy but they will take the time to contribute if a forum is Internet accessible. Please let’s get visionary, let’s get progressive and make our sad, empty and increasingly vacant downtown exciting, vibrant, interesting and funky, the way it should be. I am sick of seeing one business after the other close down.

BIG BOUQUETS OF gluten-free

flour to “Sweet Surprise” Gluten Free Bakery and Café, on the corner of 5th and Cliffe. Super tasting nutritional food that is moist. They also make specialty cakes. What a great glutenfree alternative café to the Valley. The service is both excellent and informative with dining outside. Always greeted with a smile, which isn’t always the case in some restaurants. What a pleasant quaint café.

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dents were set, based on an unrealistic study by a firm from Victoria, using a criteria that clearly did not apply to our area. Then it was presented at a public meeting complete with so-called experts to verify the study. Not only were the figures presented suspect to begin with; the way we got to this point was that the regional directors decided apparently to bypass our democratic right and force the issue. Bear in mind that these directors were elected to look after our rights, not their perception of our rights. If you believe in democracy, get out and vote in the municipal elections. Remember, this time around it’s a four-year term, so considering what we have already been through, be careful who you vote for, but for goodness sakes vote.

I FELT COMPELLED to write a reply in answer to some recent beefs about the restructuring the Salvation Army is undertaking. I feel it would not be remiss to give a gentle reminder to people why we support the Salvation Army and maybe clarify the role their thrift stores play in their organization. I have been a customer of their thrift stores for many years and I am only too happy to shop there, but they also offer programs and support to unwed mothers, seniors, veterans, persons with disabilities, victims of natural disasters, victims of man made disasters, world famine, child poverty, world hunger relief and many, many more. The recent restructuring and upgrading to their stores is long overdue and as a customer I appreciate that they believe that I deserve a pleasant environment in which to browse for my treasures. Yes, they have wonderful support programs for the homeless, prices have gone up, maybe you can give a gentle reminder to that person that, HEY, it’s a non-profit thrift store. It’s where you can make a donation to support some excellent causes in your local and global community and still be able to take something you treasure home. Seems to me it’s a no-brainer.

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Reaction to the photo showing the multi-congregational rally against abortion drew the ire of most of our Facebook friends. Here are some of the comments posted to our Facebook page.

PENNY CURRIE – Wow! If you don’t

agree with abortion then don’t have one! How dare you tell someone else what they can do with their body or try and shame them into agreeing with your beliefs, who the hell do you think you are? Mind your own bloody business!

TARA RIFF MARCUS – Aside from rape...how about the babies born into abusive homes...born addicted to drugs and have massive health problems for the rest of their lives...this is better? Women having 3,4,5 babies and not being able to take care of them financially or emotionally? Children made to suffer unthinkable circumstances... in and out of foster homes...adopted to the wrong family...all for what? A prolife agenda? Yes, people make mistakes and do not make the right choices all the time so does that make it right that children are forced to be born into hell on earth? Nobody uses abortion for birth control. Obviously people don’t always use their heads is my point. Does that mean children need to suffer for it? Women that have abortions have them for reasons bigger than anyone not in their head will ever understand. Abortion is a huge tough decision and most of the women making it are doing it because it is best for the child. Pull your head out of the sand and look around you...children are suffering all over the world. PRO-CHOICE DEVON MAY JONES - It’s a reli-

gious based opinion, the whole anti abortion front. Perhaps maturity as a society is what is lacking. Times and situations change.

AMANDA SLOAN – Don’t create a human if you do not want the responsibility. I understand rape situations. But c’mon people, it is the 21st century. Don’t go having sex and be surprised if you become pregnant. It may be your body but you have a living, breathing baby inside it. If you don’t want the baby don’t murder it; give that baby up for adoption to someone who wants one or can’t have one themself. There are many families out there who cannot have babies and having an abortion is like slapping them in the face over and over again. SHANNON LEE MYERS – May-

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Winter squash brimming with healthy benefits

ne of the last vegetables to come out of the garden at this time of year are winter squashes. Hubbard, butternut, spaghetti, delicata, acorn - the list goes on; all yummy and very good for you. Washed and stored properly, they will keep for three, four months. Some varieties longer. It does not get any easier than that for putting food away for good winter eating. But there is one winter squash I have not mentioned and I really must in honour of Halloween- pumpkins - beautiful, colourful, delicious pumpkins. They are one of our native North American plants. Historically speaking, pumpkins date back millennia. Carbon dating on seeds found in Mexico put the date at 7,000 BC. The Europeans have Christopher Columbus to thank for collecting pumpkin seeds on one of his voyages and taking them home to Europe. Pumpkins are now grown on every continent except Antarctica. Although many people think of pumpkins as a vegetable, they are biologically a fruit (same is true of tomatoes.) It is one reason why pumpkin is so delicious baked into a pie. But it is also very tasty baked or cooked as a vegetable. Health-wise, pumpkin is one of those really-good-for-you foods. Rich in vitamin A (a known antioxidant), high in fibre, it is also contains many of the B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, thiamin, folic acid, pantothenic acid and pyridoxine (one form of vitamin B6). Pumpkin is also a good source of potassium, phosphorous, copper and calcium. Pumpkin is also a good source of vitamin E, contains no saturated fats and is only about 25 calories per 100 gram serving. Physicians and dieticians often recommend pumpkin for those who have to watch their cholesterol levels and for those who are trying to lose a few pounds. A teaspoon of pumpkin is also a good food to add to your pet’s dish if he or she is having loose stools or constipated due to changes in their kibble or wet-food diet. Sadie quite liked it every time I had to

slip it into her bowl. Talking about pumpkins would not be complete without mentioning Halloween and those wonderful jack-o’-lanterns. Actually, this tradition of carving a face, whether it be comical or scary, goes way back in folklore with origins in the United Kingdom where they used turnips and beets, not pumpkins. People placed these lighted carvings on their stoops on All Hallow’s Eve (Oct. 31) to keep the evil spirits away. Often something of a “treat” was also left out to appease the

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Leslie Cox roaming spirits. In more recent times, a new tradition arose, an annual festival revolving around the weighing of pumpkins to see who grew the biggest. This year’s world record-breaking pumpkin was grown by a Swiss farmer, Beni Meier. It weighed in at 2096.6 lb (951 kg), beating last year’s giant pumpkin weigh-

ing 2032 lb (921 kg) grown by Tim and Susan Mathison of California. Here are some fun facts for you: a 400 lb (181.4 kg) pumpkin was recorded at the Paris World Fair in 1900. First pumpkin weighing over 1,000 lb (453.6 kg) was recorded at Collins, NY in 1996 - actual weight 1,061 lb (481.3 kg). The first pumpkin to break the 2,000 lb mark was recorded in 2012 at the Topsfield Fair in Boston. Grown by Ron Wallace of Rhode Island; it tipped in at 2, 009 lb (911.3

kg). Bet this one made a “ton” of pies. Obviously, these giant pumpkins are more suited for making soups or pies, not for carving scary faces and

placing on your front step. I love the jacko’-lantern size second best, after the small ‘Sugar Pie’. Leslie Cox co-owns Growing Concern Cot-

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ou ask a very good question and one that not a lot of people put the time or energy into answering. First of all, for those who are unfamiliar with premarital counselling, allow me to explain what it is. CONSULT A Premarital counselCOUNSELLOR ling is a specific type of counselling used to ARA help couples prepare for marriage. NorYNN mally it is six to eight sessions in length and ANG involves both members of the couple meeting with a counsellor to discuss a range of topics that will, inevitably, come up in marriage. These topics may include beliefs and values, roles in the relationship, finances, communication, and life stressors, to name a few. It is sometimes a requirement by spiritual leaders who will be conducting the marriage ceremony, although it is not specifically a religious therapy. So, is it actually necessary? Most couples on the brink of marriage, are at the peak of excitement and happiness in their relationship, so engaging in therapy is the last thing on their minds. The common perception is that counselling is only for when you are having major problems as a couple. Or, couples may worry that engaging in therapy will be an admission that the relationship is not as “perfect” as they would like to portray. However, premarital counselling is not about dragging up all sorts of problems to bring under scrutiny, or just a money-grabber for counsellors. Allow me to share with you some of the extremely beneficial points of therapy prior to beginning your marriage. To start with, engaging in premarital counselling shows a commitment to a thriving relationship, not a distrust in the stability of the relationship. Counselling allows you to proactively explore topics, which may not have come to the surface in a dating relationship. Oftentimes in the start of a relationship, the romance takes priority and many couples overlook some issues which are actually important. This is not an intentional oversight, but taking time to explore topics covered in premarital counselling may help to avoid these becoming problems down the road. Secondly, and closely tied to the last point, premarital counselling is one of the greatest ways couples can prepare for what lies ahead. Being aware of where your differences as a couple lie may help you not to feel blindsided if, and when, these differences do come to the surface. Sadly, many couples wait until it is too late, and they are deeply entrenched in their problems before reaching out for help. Premarital counselling can preventatively provide couples with skills to navigate their differences. Thirdly, premarital counselling can be an incredibly bonding experience. Exploring deeper issues allows couples to share their thoughts and feelings in a non-judgmental manner. Many couples find that they are drawn deeper together as they learn more about one another in this way. I would definitely say that if you are interested and curious about premarital counselling, meet with a licensed therapist to discuss if it would be a good fit for you. It can be one of the most beneficial things you and your partner can to do prepare yourselves for a successful marriage. To ask a question of the counsellors, for a response in future columns, email info@ pacifictherapy.ca. Consult a Counsellor is provided by registered clinical counsellors Nancy Bock, Diane Davies Leslie Wells, Andrew Lochhead, Sara-Lynn Kang and Carolyn Howard at Pacific Therapy & Consulting Inc. It appears every second Thursday in the Record.

ART ART SHOW - Pearl Ellis Gallery in Comox presents: “A Show & Sale by Gordon Greenhough - INTO THE SPOTLIGHT” From Sept. 30 – Oct. 19. Open Tues – Sat from 10 am – 4 p.m., Sun 1 – 4 p.m., Closed Monday. Free Admission. Located at 1729 Comox Avenue. FMI see www.pearlellisgallery.com or see our virtual gallery on our web site or our Facebook page.

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Loose Gravel or loose cannons? Fun guaranteed as jazz ensemble returns to the Zo Submitted Two horns, upright bass and drums make Loose Gravel. Loose Gravel includes Jay Havelaar on trumpet, Tony Morrison on saxophones, James Lithgow on upright bass and Oscar Robles on percussion. They are at Zocalo Cafe and Gallery Saturday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. Last time Loose Gravel played at the Zocalo in Courtenay, while actual fisticuffs didn’t break out, the atmosphere on the bandstand could be cut with a knife. There is some speculation among bandmates that it was a simple double stop on the bass that led to the aggression. The band will be playing again this Saturday evening at the popular night spot and want to assure people they are safe from any band-

stand shenanigans. “We don’t have chords, and if he does it again I’ll bebop him one on the nose,” said Morrison, who plays saxophones and flute in the combo. Trumpeter Havelaar admits that at times he can get an overtone while playing, which could be mistaken for a chord, “but that was a solid chord I heard, very confrontational in the legal context of this band.” Lithgow makes no apologies, citing several factors which led him to take the unusual step of playing two notes at the same time, which describes a chord and forces harmonic structure on other players. “There were a couple of new players that night,” explains Lithgow, referring to saxophonist Rachel Fuller and Robles. “I just wanted to make them feel more comfortable, because playing in a small band without guitar or piano can be a bit like suffering vertigo.” The fun starts at 7 p.m.

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The Luke Blu Guthrie Band is an independent rhythm and blues duo that electrifies audiences with its raw, yet powerful style of heart beatin’ rhythm and blues. Consisting of Valleyborn Elizabeth Penney and Luke Blu Guthrie, the band can be counted on for a powerful, deeply soulful performance that vibrates the stage with songs that echo the holler and blues of LBG’s southern slave lineage. With themes that explore a variety of timeless issues, the Luke Blu Guthrie Band explores the dark underbelly of human nature and confronts the joy, mystery and confusion of love and loss. Liz and Luke produce a large sound that is built on a few distinct guitar styles including slide and Travis picking/alternating bass. Filling out the sound, you will also hear harmonica, strong vocals, upbeat bass lines and the inter-play of a truly unique tap dancing/ foot percussion setup. Armed with acoustic and electric guitars, assorted foot percussion and plenty of rhythmic slaps and yowls, Guthrie has lived and worked in the western Canadian music scene for over 15 years. With another locally grown and harvested disc released in 2014 entitled Give It up Cold, Liz and Luke have had another successful year taking their “hormone free, free run music” around the province. The duo are looking forward to bringing their distinct brand of upbeat blues to the Waverley Hotel for one show, on Saturday, Oct. 18. Tickets are $10 in advance through Cumberland Village Works or $12 at the door. Music at 9:30.

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East meets west at the Abbey

Submitted Elevate the Arts is pleased to welcome Moody Amiri for an intimate concert event on Wednesday Oct. 15 at the Abbey Studio in Cumberland. There are no borders between east and west in the eclectic music of Moody Amiri, a duo comprised of Amir Amiri (santur) and Richard Moody (viola). Inspired by the diversity and fluidity between their respective Persian and western classical and jazz training, Amiri and Moody have created an engaging and distinctive sound fusing elements of traditional Persian music with jazz, classical, Indian, and modern spiritual styles.

Amiri (Canada-Iran) and Moody (Canada) met in 2011, and in their collaboration seek to expand the boundaries of their respective musical backgrounds. Balancing tradition and innovation and finding that possibilities are limitless, Moody Amiri has already gained recognition for its groundbreaking contributions to the international music scene. Floor and bench seating available, feel free to bring your own comfy pillow or folding chair. Doors 7 p.m., showtime 7:30. The Abbey Studio is located at 2689 Penrith in Cumberland. Tickets are $15 advance/ $18 at door and on sale at Village Muse Books, Art Supplies & Curios or online at gigtix.ca.

Final Discover Art Saturday of 2014 goes this weekend Submitted The Comox Valley Art Gallery will host another family-friendly Discover Art Saturday on Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The theme for this month’s make art project will be fiber-based collaborations, and will include opportunities to interact with textile artist Jo Swallow while she is on site as part of her exhibit “The Blues Project.” This will be the final Discover Art Saturday for 2014. The program will continue again in 2015, and details will be announced in January. Discover Art Saturdays are hosted by CVAG staff, artists and volunteers, and provide handson projects for all ages. Materials are supplied, admission is by donation and everyone is welcome to attend.

Other offerings Other interactive and hands-on opportunities are continuing this month at CVAG. Swallow is providing a weaving demonstration every Friday and Saturday from noon to 1 p.m. until the conclusion of her exhibit on Nov. 1. Multidisciplinary artist Medwyn McConachy will conduct her performance piece “Disentanglement” on Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 1 p.m. while the exhibition “By a Thread” is underway. “By a Thread” -- a group show for members of the Comox Valley Community Arts Council and the Comox Valley – attracted more than 100 submissions this year and features a wide variety of styles and media. It runs until Nov. 1. In conjunction with the members show, there is an ongoing community art collaboration in the George Sawchuk Gallery led by artists Sarah Bergeron, Fiona Thomson and Lukas Roy. Everyone is welcome to respond to the theme “By a Thread” using materials that are provided. New artworks will be installed throughout the show. The Comox Valley Art Gallery is open Tuesday

World Community kicks off World Food Week with the 60-minute film, Food Stamped, on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. at the NIC Theatre Courtenay. An award-winning film (including best documentary at the Lighthouse International Film Festival), Food Stamped is an informative and humorous documentary following a couple as they attempt to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet on a food stamp budget. Through their adventures they consult with members of U.S. Congress, food justice organizations, nutrition experts, and people living on food stamps to take a deep look at America’s broken food system. The film shows how difficult it is to eat a healthy diet on a limited budget even if you are educated, savvy, live near a decent grocery store or farmers’ market, have plenty of time and energy, and are a great cook. This situation has a strong resonance with low income people in Canada who struggle to provide a healthy diet for their families. “We hope people will

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No plans yet for Thanksgiving? Why not let someone else do the cooking, then finish off the evening with a couple of hours of dancing. Come and have a wonderful turkey dinner with all the trimmings and dance to the “Silk Pajamas” live band. Dinner at 6 p.m., dancing to 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 and are available from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., until Friday at the Comox Seniors Centre, 1801 Beaufort Ave., Comox. The Comox Seniors’ Centre Association is a registered charity run by seniors and all proceeds go to support hot lunches for seniors. Tickets are limited so don’t delay. For more information, call 250-703-2536.

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“World of Wonders”: to see the world as a 10-year-old. That is the objective of Brian Scott’s workshop “Sketching for Travellers”. According to the artist’s research, our society is dominated by language and numbers. The “seeing” part of the brain “the right quadrant” of the brain is beaten down. Scott will The last one employ several we did, we raised simple exercises to $1,200 and that was awaken these sensAnyone with a matched by the foun- es. will to try somedation. It’s a great thing different can do a simple gesture fundraiser. If I stay or contour drawhealthy, I plan on ing. Couple that with travelling doing four of these a when your senses year for 10 years. Do already are stimuthe math.” lated and you have “world of wonBrian Scott the ders” – as Picasso emphasized “see the world as a child”. Scott and his partner Barbara Freeland have done 20 cruises in 10 years. He has in excess of 5,000 digital images and sketches from as far west as Singapore and as far east as St. Petersburg. Barcelona is the hub of the western Mediterranean and Miami, the capital of the Caribbean. Some of the artist’s favourite places are Ha Long Bay in North Vietnam, La Boca in Buenos Aires, Granada in Spain, and of course the Van Gogh museum, in Amsterdam. Scott is working on his sixth book around the world with Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruise Lines (if you stick with the same company you get free booze and ride with the Captain on the Bridge). This is Scott’s second such workshop, which raises funds for scholarships at North Island College Foundation. The workshop fee is by donation and all monies raised are matched by the foundation.

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Vincent Van Dog is not sure of Brian Scott’s painting “Church of the Spilled Blood, St. Petersburg, Russia” however he does like the idea of sketching when he travels. PHOTO SUBMITTED “The last one we did, we raised $1,200 and that was matched by the foundation,” said Scott. “It’s a great fundraiser. If I stay healthy, I plan on doing four of these a year for 10 years. Do the math.” Bring your own folding chair and park at the Black Creek General store and walk across the street to Scott’s studio. The workshop is 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct.18. Studio address is 8269 North Island Highway, Black Creek.

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Costume fun Pets can dress up and join in on the fun as well. Before committing to a costume, make sure your pet is comfortable in the outfit – and don’t force it. Pets should be able to see, hear and breathe freely.

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levels available now and this year, the popular FX4 off-road version becomes San Antonio, Texas – In 1948 Ford redea package that can be added to any of signed its pickup truck and introduced the trims. Cradling that luxury is a new the F1. cab that’s two-inches wider and has rear Marketing at the time ran ads shouting seats that get more legroom. Storage about the “Million-dollar bins have been added cab” emphasizing how and the 40/20/40 seats Ford’s claims will carry six adults comfortmuch money Ford had spent to redesign just the have to play out on ably. The SuperCab, the cab of the new half-ton. roads, across Canada, rear suicide doors now That first F-series truck was open flat along the box indeed all new – and so is in the coming years to 170 degrees, no more its great-great-great-great but from what I’ve getting trapped at the grandson, the 2015 F-150. seen in Texas, I’d say mall. But the big update Looks is all about electronics. A Giddy Up! After several generations new instrument cluster of rounder, then-squarer Howard J. Elmer is larger and all the front ends the 2015 draws gauges are video-proinspiration from the ’48. jected. Because of this The horse-collar grille is brought back you can configure the cluster however with a much more angular hood; in fact, you want – add info or subtract, it’s you’ll see many more lines in the metal up to you. The centre console screen is thanks to the all-aluminum body. These eight-inches wide and displays the views are design elements, but they’re also offered by the new 360-degree camera. needed for strength. On each side of the Four cameras around the truck stitch grille are distinctive new C-clamp headtogether a birds-eye view displayed on lamps while above the glass a cut-in the screen. Toggle through other screens shades the windshield. This truck is also for expanded views in front, behind and 2.5 centimetres lower than the old one, to the sides. Great for parking, not to perhaps signalling the end of the overmention hooking up trailers. For your active thyroid problem most trucks have gadgets, Ford offers 12V plug-ins but been experiencing for the past 20 years. also 110V power. A new inverter pumps Around the back, the looks encompass out 400 watts of power (plugs in the a laundry list of new features like a powfront and back). New and improved drivered tailgate, second-gen pullout step er assist features include BLIS (Blind that moves the grab-bar inside the gate, Spot Information System) that also in-bed lighting, new removable tie down sees cross-traffic; Adaptive cruise system and even built-in cargo ramps. control; Lane-Keeping system; Active park assist; rear view camera; reverse Inside sensing system; auto high beams and Luxury is becoming a key selling feature of the F-series. There are nine trim rain sensing wipers.

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Paris, France – The Paris when manufacturers add a Auto Show is one of those slightly higher ride-height, must-visit events for lower body cladding plus those of us charged with AWD and call them a crossreporting on the latest and over vehicle. Sales jump. greatest new vehicles. Not available in Canada So many manufacturers but after chatting with VW now develop products for a Canada executives, they world market so these early have put in a request to European shows often offer Germany to get this car for a glimpse of what’s coming our AWD-loving climate. next to our shores. Toyota i-Road Here are five machines that Imagine a pure electric, caught my eye. three-wheel, scooter-like Lamborghini Asterion vehicle, with a fixed roof, Let’s start with a dream steering wheel and can machine. The Lamborghini drive up to 45km/h with Asterion concept car was 50km of electric range. The certainly a showstopper. Toyota i-Road attracted big Sidestepping the current crowds when it was demondesign approach of angular strated at this year’s Paris shapes with hard edges, Show. The small wheel at this new Lambo has a more the rear of the i-Road pivots curvaceous at low speed look that for amazing almost maneuvermimics a ability, plus front engine when driven at car. What higher speeds is wedged the entire vein the hicle tilts over middle of like a motorThe Asterion is this exotic cycle with the is a hybrid capable of running front wheels system that on just electric power rotating marries a independently for roughly 30km, naturally of each other. and providing silent aspirated It looks odd 5.2L V10 driving in a wickedly and must feel engine with sexy machine. odd to drive three elecbut the upside tric motors Zack Spencer is covered driv(Two in the ing, without a front producing all wheel helmet, and emissions free drive and another in the transportation. The i-Road transmission for full electric is being tested in Japan and drive capability), producwill be used in the French ing a whopping 910hp city of Grenoble as part of a with acceleration that will vehicle-sharing program. see this car run to 100km Fiat 500X in just three seconds. The The Chrysler Groups’ parent Asterion is capable of runcompany Fiat is at it again, ning on just electric power taking the best that its for roughly 30km and, European brands have to providing silent driving in a offer and marrying them wickedly sexy machine. This with American brands. The is a just a concept at this Fiat 500L has had a mild point but with mounting reception here in North pressure on car makers to America so now they have reduce carbon output and taken the same platform the fact the Porsche brand and produced the Jeep already has the 918 hybrid, Renegade. To complete the this looks like it could make circle, the same Renegade it to market within the next approach is being used with few years. this Fiat 500X, basically, VW Golf Alltrack taking the same Jeep-like Ok, now back to earth. elements and making them With the trend towards allinto a Fiat. The 500X will be wheel-drive (AWD) gaining available with front wheel more and more momentum drive (FWD) or AWD and a it was only a matter of variety of engine and transtime before cars previmission options in Europe. ously without AWD start The engine choices have to appear with this option. not been divulged for our Take the popular VW Golf market but expect to see wagon, soon to be available the 170hp 1.4 turbo 4-cylin Europe with AWD and a inder and the 184hp 2.4L slightly higher ground clear- 4-cylinder engines here. ance. Called the Alltrack, Volvo XC90 this more rugged looking Will the introduction of and capable VW will ceran all-new, full-size XC90 tainly appeal to buyers of SUV be enough to save the Subaru Outback or Audi Volvo here in North AmerAllroad. In North America, ica? Time will tell but the we don’t buy many wagons crowds at the Volvo stand but we certainly love in Paris were packed with

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Mini rugby alive and kicking The mini rugby season has officially started, and the Comox Valley Kickers mini rugby team hosted the Season Opener Jamboree on Sept. 28 in Cumberland. Clubs from Campbell River, Nanaimo and Cowichan brought their players ages five to 14 to take part. The Comox Valley Rugby Rascals had six kids on the U8 squad take to the field. Novah, Eli, Hunter, Titus, Celine, Jacob and Rowan played amazing games and had tons of fun thanks to their coaches Ona and Dom. Three of the Kickers U12 kids shook off the summer cobwebs and joined forces with their friends from Campbell River Athletics Association to take on the U12s from Cowichan. Coach Lindsay really was impressed by Jade Froelich’s true grit with some hard runs gaining many yards. Both Aubree Mallette and Jayden Samuels scored for the North Island combined team, really highlighting the years of experience all three of these kids have amassed. “These kids show you their solid knowledge of the basics and are sure to continue shining in their last year of Mini Rugby,” a program spokesperson said. “All the kids look forward to several more jamborees in the months to come.” Rugby is a sport which is known for its tackling and scrums, but we begin much simpler with or younger children. Children aged five to eight play a pared down

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Comox Valley United picked up another valuable point in the standings Saturday as they played to a 2-2 draw with Nanaimo United in The Harbour City. The result left the two teams tied for sixth place in Div. 1 of the Vancouver Island Soccer League with identical 1-3-1 records. Graeme McNeill and Zack Stinson scored the Comox Valley goals while Matt Mehrassa and Tony Maestrello bulged the onion bag for Nanaimo. Kyle Bate was the Comox Valley game MVP while Maestrello was MVP for Nanaimo. Comox Valley is back on the road this Saturday as they are in Victoria to play fourth-place Lakehill McLaren Lighting. Their next home game is Oct. 18 against Westcastle United. THROW INS VISL Div. 1 standings in Scoreboard, page 49 … league updates at www.visl.bc.ca … sports@comoxvalleyrecord.com

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A strong finish helped Doug Morgan of The Redwoods GC seal a three-shot win over Bill Kelly of Glacier Greens GC and Kevin Maxwell of Olympic View GC at the 2014 Cleveland Golf/Srixon Canada PGA of BC Club Professional Championship. In the second round of the Sept. 30-Oct. 1 tourney, Morgan birdied the 17th hole at Seymour Golf & Country Club to push his lead to three strokes over Maxwell and four over Kelly, affording him some breathing room. A safe par on the long 18th put the finishing touches on a final round even-par 72, good enough to take the title. Morgan finished at -3 (141) after an opening round 69 Tuesday - the only player in the field to finish under par on a damp, long, Seymour Golf & Country Club. Maxwell closed with a +2 (74) to tie for second at even par. Playing partner and friend Kelly contended throughout the day as well, and shared the lead through 13 holes. Late bogeys sank Kelly’s chances for the title, but he finished with a birdie at the 18th to join Maxwell in second, closing with a +1 (73) for his even par total. – PGA of BC

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After two weeks on the tide surge. The team dominated, for Riptide (Halvorson and Sexroad, Riptide U14 girls played scoring two more goals in the ton both scored their second at home Saturday when they next 15 minutes (Ciara Halvor- goals of the game). Lauren Wigard scored for faced the Lower Island Gorge/ son and Aisha Hunter-Bellavia). Lakehill Thunder team in their Gorge showed character, Riptide in the last moments fourth game of the VIPL soccer pushing back from behind Rip- of the game, making the final season. tide’s 3-0 lead. They scored their score a decisive 7-1 win. Coach Jim StewComing off of two art said, “Our girls losses against Lower Our girls were mentally, physically were mentally, physiIsland teams, Riptide and technically prepared. cally and technically was determined to turn the tides. Building on Coach Jim Stewart prepared. So far this season the scoreboard home team advantage hasn’t always reflected and their confidence in playing on a grass pitch, Riptide first goal and controlled play the effort and possession our got down to business immedi- temporarily until Riptide mid- girls have had, but on Saturday ately, scoring the first goal of fielders, defenders and keeper it did. Our girls did a much the game and setting the stage shut them down for the remain- better job of creating quality der of the game. scoring chances and they capifor what would follow. Riptide’s Abby Sexton talized on several of them.” Within five minutes, Kayla Riptide’s next league game is Kalhous set up a perfect play wrapped up the first half with for forward, Frédérica Blouin- a celebratory goal on a break- Oct. 25, when the Upper Island Comeau, who used her speed away. With a solid lead of 4-1 Storm comes to Courtenay for down the left wing to score at half, Riptide controlled the their second match up. Follow her signature left-footed, tight- play in the second half. Autumn the team on Facebook at www. Lewis made Gorge fans cringe facebook.com/riptide2001girls. angle goal. – Riptide U14 Girls That was the start of a Rip- as she set up the next two goals

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Ski club sign-up on The Mount Washington Ski Club Nancy Greene Ski League is the “FUNdamental” stage of ski racing for children four to 11 years of age. During this time, athletes are introduced to basic skiing techniques and skills, develop the ABCS (agility, balance, coordination, strength/speed) in as many different snow conditions and terrains as possible and most of all, have fun on skis. For ages 12-13 (U14) and 14-15 (U16), the program is designed to give young racers an opportunity to develop their racing and skiing skills and progress according with their ability. The U14 program is the first level of alpine ski racing for 12-13 year olds. This is the start of their journey as a competitive skier. The U16 program is for members 14 to 15 years of age who

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Jess Sekulich scored three goals – including the game winner – as the Ecofish Courtenay Whalers defeated the Royal LePage-Mike Fisher Breakers 4-2 in women’s hockey Oct. 4 at Glacier Gardens. Sekulich sandwiched a pair of goals around a Cindy Morrison tally to put the Whalers up 3-0 in the first period.

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Perhaps guilt-ridden by their play in front of goalie Megan Canning (who was fighting off a migraine), the Breakers stepped it up in the second period, with goals by Heidi Shephard and Sarah Kendall cutting the Whalers’

lead to one. But Sekulich completed her hat trick in the final seconds of the third to seal the deal for the Whalers. The Breakers return to action Saturday, Oct. 11 when they host Nanaimo Black Ice in a

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Riptide boys WolfPack set for new v-ball season take first loss K a m l o o p s — Fa n s at the Tournament Capital Centre taking in the exhibition men’s volleyball match between Thompson Rivers University and the University of Windsor got their money’s worth. The two CIS teams played to a five set decision on Saturday night (Oct 4). The hometown fans went home happy as the WolfPack downed the Lancers 3-2. The scores were 25-21, 26-24, 19-25, 23-25, 21-19. “I thought it was great,” said Thompson Rivers head coach Pat Hennelly. “We put what we thought was our starting lineup out there and they performed quite well. We started to take some guys off. That was preplanned. We have had a tough training cycle and we wanted to see what everyone can do. “We wanted to play Brad (Gunter, CIS player of the year, Courtenay) three sets and Nic (Balazs, middle, Prince George) two sets. We accomplished that goal.”

we are really starting but I think we played enough extra matches. “We played a lot of them and it was set up like that on purpose. We are a veteran squad in terms of seniority on the floor. We have been saying for the last three years that we were young. It is not the case anymore. Brad has been a starter for three years. “The cycle is good. We’ve got guys like Jordan nipping at the feet of guys like Nic and Dan. It has paid off. I like what I see in good competition level. I think our serving is getting back to what it was before. It gives us a weapon. We need to be aggressive and creating havoc with our serves,” Hennelly added. The home opener for TRU is Friday, Oct. 24 at the TCC against the UBC Thunderbirds. – TRU WolfPack

After starting the For most of the 2014 VIPL soccer second half, the Ripseason with a 2-0-1 tide were strong, but record, the Upper Saanich were very Island U14 Rip- opportunistic, capitaltide boys faced their izing twice more on toughest task to date uncharacteristically – a match last week- weak and, at times, end with the Saan- confused play from ich Fusion at Tyndal the Upper Island Park in Victoria. squad. Down 5-2, Last season, the things were looking Fusion defeated Rip- bleak for the Riptide. tide 6-0 in the Island It would have been playdowns, eventual- easy to hang their ly becoming U13 pro- heads and quit, but vincial this team chami s n ’ t pions. a b o u t This really Windsor players try to block a shot by Courtenay’s Brad Gunter during Comt h a t CanWest exhibition volleyball action. Photo by andrew snucins ing into was an exciting (quitting). t h i s contest with a lot Gunter was 10 for outside hitter, Calgary, day, Oct. 10 in Langley With contest, of positive stuff for 23 with three digs and AB had 12 kills in 25 against Trinity Westabout 10 everythe lads to take two block assists in his swings with four digs, ern University. When o n e minutes a service ace and four asked if he thought the three sets of work. on the away from. left, Hall team is where he wants Randy Grundmann block assists. Riptide potted a it to be, Hennelly statThe WolfPack now (2nd year, outside hitsquad goal on ter, Winnipeg, MB) was gear up for the start ed: “I think so. Every knew what was a breakaway and the of the Canada West coach in Canada West 10 for 28. expected of them score was now 5-3. Graham Stoliker regular season on Fri- is asking themselves if if they wanted to Less than five min(4th year, setter, Surleave Victoria with a utes later, Nathan rey had 45 assists. Chow was sent in on favourable result. Tee times The WolfPack had The Fusion came a semi-breakaway, recommended three players in double out quickly in the making no mistake please call Executive Par 3 course with three par 4’s and six par 3’s. 250-338-2440. figures for kills. Branfirst half and domi- and burying his don Hewwing (4th year, nated play. After some chance; the score was defensive break- now 5-4. downs and missed Riptide really assignments, the Rip- looked to have the tide found themselves Fusion on the ropes down 2-0 on two goals at this point, but the that had a similar air referee’s final whistle about them. sounded on the RipRE/MAX Ocean Pacific Realty • Each RE/MAX is Individually Owned & Operated Saanich continued tide’s first defeat of DRIVING RANGE to press, but Riptide’s the season. Serving BUYERS and 10 covered stalls • 9 open mats and a large grass area goalkeeper Tyler “This really was an SELLERS in the Griffith (filling in exciting contest with PLUS! Licensed Snack Bar Comox Valley for 31 Years. the for injured Alec a lot of positive stuff Weinstein) came up for the lads to take (H) 250-335-0133 (TF) 1-877-216-5171 4985 Cotton Road • Courtenay big a couple of times away from,” a Riptide (O) 250.334.9900 to keep the score 2-0. spokesperson said. langlands@shaw.ca The Friendliest Little Course in the Valley! 2230A Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay The Riptide finally – Riptide U14 Boys started to get rolling around the 20-minute mark. After a series of nice chances, the Riptide were finally rewarded when Joe Dirom found the twine, scoring on a partial break from about 15 yards out. October Minutes later, Rip1st - 22nd Prices good until October 31, 2014 tide equalized on Members some first-class passing. Cohen McCabe CRAFT “HALLOWEEN RIBBON passed the ball over McCALL’S NETTING SATIN” SOLIDS HANKS to Fergus Hall who PATTERNS (Fabricland Brand) & TULE & PRINTS 5x8 (3 ONLY!) ........ then one-time tipReg. to $6.00 m Reg. $12.00 m passed the ball over BUY 1 GET to Dirom for a tap7x10 (4 ONLY!) .... in from about three ea. yards out. 8x11 (1 ONLY!) .... (of equal or lesser value) m m Just before the Sizes Nominal • No Holds first half whistle, GUTERMANN FUN FURS, All Sales Final Saanich capitalized SEW SPOOKTACULAR THREAD FASHION LINING, on more defensive 100% Polyester FABRIC COLLECTION breakdowns to go up INTERFACING 100m Spools 3-2 on a rocket shot from 18 yards out BUY 1 GET into the lower corner OFF of the net. OFF Reg Price

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using were for deep water in the main lake where the average depth is about 30 feet. The conditions were perfect with a light breeze and a few fish surfacing. I made hard contact with three large trout but none of

them stayed on until I could net them. I predict that if the current conditions hold we will see some excellent fall fishing in the small, still water lakes. There could be some good autumn insect hatches.

Ralph Shaw is a master fly fisherman who was awarded the Order of Canada in 1984 for his conservation efforts. In 20 years of writing a column in the Comox Valley Record it has won several awards.

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Ralph Shaw be linked to ‘climate change’ given that higher summer temperatures are predicted for B.C. as a consequence of global warming.” So my simplistic analysis of the low water in one of my favourite lakes is that it may be linked to climate change. I respectfully suggest our society is not well prepared for this planet-changing process that is currently creating a severe drought in California. As I rowed around the lake I was surprised by the hundreds of Canada Geese that were on it.

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The eagles were present and as usual they encouraged me to catch a fish so they had an easy chance of an evening meal. One bird that is normally present along the shoreline was the local kingfishers. During my fivehour fishing period I did not see one of them and possibly the reason is that the tree branches they sit on to launch many of their fish-catching dives were over dry land, too far from the water’s edge. Another startling change was that the many of the islands had merged as peninsulas with dry ground between the grassy humps of the former islands. There were

also islands where there had been shallow, weed-covered nurseries for insects and small fish. In the meantime I was on the lake to get caught up on some of my fly fishing adventures. The main body of the lake was certainty fish-able and there was some action on the surface. The two large bays on the western edge of the main lake were shallow, but certainly promising with floating or slow sinking lines. I went into the northwest bay, one of my favourite places, and while I saw two fish rise I was unsuccessful in getting any action. The high density sinking lines I was

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Rita Josephine Titchener May 30, 1932 - July 5, 2014 Rita passed away peacefully in her home in the early hours of Saturday morning. She will forever be missed by her family and friends. She leaves behind her sons Peter (Ginger) and Mike (Kathleen), grandchildren Tyler (Cortney), Jordan (Kerry), Kendall, Hudson, Kasey, and Mackenzie and great-grand baby Elodie. She will also be missed by her sisters Joan, Anne and Tina, as well as their families. Born in Sydenham, county of London, England. Rita immigrated to Canada in 1958 with her husband Pete and two small boys, Peter and Michael. They began a new life in Toronto, Ontario and migrated west to Vancouver in 1964, where they settled and raised their family. For her last fifteen years she called the beautiful Comox Valley home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not forever can one enjoy stillness and peace. But misfortune and destruction are not final. When the grass has been burnt By the fire of the steppe, It will grow anew in summer.â&#x20AC;? ~ Wisdom from the Mongolian Steppe A Celebration of Life for Rita will be held on October 11th, 2014 Comox Legion 1:00PM - 3:00PM.

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In Loving Memory of Ardis Walter Oct.7th 1931- Oct. 10th 2009 What I would not give to clasp her hand, Her dear, sweet face to see; To hear her voice, to see her smile, That meant so much to me. You left behind an aching heart, That loved you most sincere. I never did, nor never will, Forget You, Wife and Mother so dear. Love Forever, Rudy and Family.

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Ceridwen Collins-West 1954-2014 With deep sorrow we announce Ceridwen Avebury Cicely Collins-West passing away at home with her loving husband by her side on September 30, 2014. She is much loved and will be forever remembered by her devoted husband Lawrence Brenn, her children Heather Cole (Bryon), Eric Brenn (Liz), Megan Keszler (Brian), Tennille Paille (Serge) and her five grandchildren; McKenna, Sean, Rose, Julie and Adreinne. Known for her psychic ability, Ceridwen was a published writer and social activist. Her many volunteer activities included the Univerity of Winnipeg Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre, Manitoba Action Committee On The Status Of Women, Choices, Campbell River Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre, Ann Elmore Transition House, and Emergency Social Services in Campbell River. Ceridwen left this world too soon, but will never be forgotten by her loving family and friends. A gathering of friends will take place on October 18th, from 2:00-4:00 pm at #52-390 Cowichan Ave, Courtenay in remembrance of Ceridwen.

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Linda Lorraine Nichol September 9, 2014 Our Fanny Bay Community is saddened at the sudden loss of long time Shipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point resident Linda Lorraine Nichol. Linda left us far too soon, Sept. 9th 2014, at only 61 years of age. She is survived by her mother, two brothers, her stepmother, a sister in-law. She was especially close to the large and loving family of Fredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a good friend to many, and had many good friends. She will be missed.

Religion of the Light & Sound of God LEWIS CENTRE 2nd Sunday 11am ECK Worship Service â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Living Eck Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

4th Sunday 11am Community HU Song Contact: 250-331-9338 www.eckankar.org COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING EVENTS COMOX VALLEY Citizens on Patrol Society Annual General Meeting Sunday, November 2, 2014 1300 hours The Lawn Bowling Building at Bill Moore Park Courtenay, B.C. All members are urged to attend.

INFORMATION Advertise in the 2015 - 2017 BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email: ďŹ sh@blackpress.ca

TUT JONES

A Celebration of Life will be held for Tut Jones on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at the Uplands Golf Club in Victoria, B.C. from 3:00 PM 5:00pm. Uplands is at 3300 Cadboro Bay Road. Please join us to remember his exceptional life.

CARDS OF THANKS

DID YOU KNOW? BBB Accredited Businesses must pass a comprehensive screening process. Look for the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca. You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory

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PERSONALS AL-ANON/ALATEEN - Concerned about someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking? Contact 1-8884ALANON (1-888-425-2666). www.al-anon.alateen.org

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, it is your business, if you want to Stop it is ours. Ph: A.A 250-338-8042 Call Any Time 24/7

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CELEBRATIONS

â&#x20AC;˘ Birthdays â&#x20AC;˘ Weddings â&#x20AC;˘ Special Occasions â&#x20AC;˘

FamilyAlbum Ph. 250-338-5811 features@comoxvalleyrecord.com Deadlines: Tues. 12 noon and Fri. 12 noon

Burst hot water tanks, frozen pipes, broken heating systems or faulty home alarms can be difďŹ cult to deal with while out of town. Whether you ďŹ&#x201A;y south every winter or are going on a short vacation, this program is designed to take the worry out of leaving your home for any period of time. Realty Executives Comox Valley is licensed and insured under the Real Estate Services Act. We Have years of experience in property and strata management from the Comox Valley to northern Vancouver Island. Call us for more information or visit our office. 250-871-4427 407A 5th Street, Courtenay, B.C.

COMING EVENTS

Quality Foods Cake Winner of

CHILDREN CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

250-338-0725 Carriers Needed Substitute Carrier Needed

COURTENAY

The successful applicant will have BOABC or Canadian Registered Building CertiďŹ cation (preference will be given to Level 2 certification or higher) and a minimum Class 5 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license. This bargaining unit position has a wage scale ranging from $37.94 - $45.90/hour (over 2 years) with a 35 hour work week.

RTE # 105 Fitzgerald, Harmston, Johnson, 3rd & 4th St. RTE # 116 Cliffe, Duncan, England, 4th St.

Submit detailed resumes, including references by: October 29, 2014 to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat BC V8C 2H7, Phone (250) 6328900,Fax (250) 632-4995, or e-mail dok@kitimat.ca. Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM Group Child Care Before/After School Care Summer Care Program SPACES AVAILABLE! REGISTER TODAY! Comox Centre 215 Church St. Call Gaylene - 250-890-9388 www.islandearlychildhoodcentre.com

RTE # 363 Hawk Dr., Swallow, Whiskey Jack RTE # 391 Upland Trailer Park RTE # 106 Mcphee, Leighton, Kilpatrick, 3rd St. & 6th St. RTE #111 5th St. RTE #220 McPhee, Grieve, Fitzgerald, 15th St. & 16th St.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RTE #401 Elkhorn, Malahat & Brooks Pl.

WEEKEND COURSE

APPLY NOW!

FIREARMS TRAINING & C.O.R.E.

Our agency is looking for energetic applicants for full-time, part-time and relief positions. These positions involve supporting individuals in their homes and community to increase their quality of life.

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Non Restricted & restricted. C.O.R.E. Course starts: Fri. Oct. 24 6pm-10pm Sat. Oct. 25 8am-noon

ADULTS & SENIORS WELCOME NO COLLECTIONS GREAT WAY TO EXERCISE AND MAKE MONEY AT THE SAME TIME

C.O.R.E. continues Oct. 27, 28, 29 6pm-10pm

If you are interested in a rewarding opportunity with competitive wages and beneďŹ ts please email your resume to

Two pieces of ID required. For info contact:

Comox Valley Record Hours: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30AM-5:00PM 765 MCPHEE AVE. COURTENAY

Granlund Fire Arms 250-286-9996 2nd Hand Military Store 250-337-1750 Tyee Marine 250-334-2942

Veterinary Assistant/Front Desk Position open at friendly family practice, please send your resume to receptionad@shaw.ca and be available between 11-1 Monday for a phone interview.

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Canadian Forces Newspaper Manager 19 Wing Comox

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LOST: One Beltone Direct Remote Control 2. It was in a flannel pouch. Please call 250898-8401.

CARRIERS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY

Under the supervision of the Technical Services Manager processes building permit applications, performs inspections, reviews drawings and construction for conformance with legislation, regulations and standards. Explains and enforces municipal bylaws.

COMOX VALLEY

SNOWBIRD PROGRAM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11

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FOUND: MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S watch at Puntledge River Park, found early Sept. Call (250)338-4322.

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CARDS OF THANKS

The family of Florence Grenier, would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Sue Hunter and the Staff of 2GWing at the Comox Valley Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Village for their wonderful loving care of our Mum over the last years of her life. We truly appreciate all the extra efforts expended on her behalf.

CELEBRATIONS

LEGALS LEGAL NOTICE: In accordance with the warehouse liens act, goods in the possession of Parkside Storage, located at 4606 Cumberland Rd, will be sold by public auction to satisfy storage fees of $1115.00, owed by Maria Sanberg of unit B33. The sale will be held on or after October 23, 2014 at Campbell River Auctions located at 1358 Marwalk Crescent, Campbell River, B.C.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Plans, organizes and evaluates the operations and delivery of the 19 Wing Comox Canadian Forces Newspaper (CFN), Totem Times. He/she manages and controls editorial and advertisement content, manages the production of the newspaper (layout, graphic design), makes ďŹ nal editing adjustments and approves before going to press. Also he/she manages CFN assets and resources and participates in National Advertising initiatives. The incumbent develops and prepares business plans, brieďŹ ng notes and reports for supervisor.

QualiďŹ cations:

â&#x20AC;˘ Bachelorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; degree in Journalism, Business Administration, Communications or a related ďŹ eld AND some years of experience in journalism, publishing, or in a related ďŹ eld OR â&#x20AC;˘ College diploma or certiďŹ cate in Journalism, Business Administration, Communications, or related ďŹ eld AND several years of experience in journalism, publishing, or in a related ďŹ eld Eligible candidates should submit a resume by mail to: NPF Human Resources Manager, 19 Wing Comox, PO Box 1000, Stn. Main, Lazo, B.C. V0R 2K0, by e-mail to npfhrcomox@cfmws.com, or online at www.cfmws.com. Applications must be received before 23:59 hrs PaciďŹ c Time on 17 October 2014.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

ADULT FORENSIC OUTREACH WORKER

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The John Howard Society of North Island (Courtenay) is hiring a part-time Community Outreach Support Worker to provide support services to adult offenders with multiple needs.

CLEANER for 6 hrs per day

For more details, please refer to Opportunities and Employment at www.jhsni.bc.ca Closing: Friday, October 17th, 2014 at 4:30 p.m.

Must have transportation. Experience necessary. Criminal records check required.

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Closing date: 3 PM Oct. 20/14

NORTH ISLAND

GAZETTE

Advertising Sales Representative The North Island Gazette has an opportunity for an Advertising Representative that is a result-oriented individual who enjoys working independently. Candidates will have min. 2 years of sales experience and have the ability to build relationships with North Island clients and offer superior customer service. The winning candidate will be a team player, a strong communicator, well organized and selfmotivated. The ability and desire to work in an extremely fast paced, deadline driven open office environment with a positive attitude is a must. A car and valid drivers license is required. Black Press community news media is an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in BC, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio. If you are a person who was born to sell, please forward your resume to: Dave Hamilton, Publisher publisher@campbellrivermirror.com

CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

CONNECTING JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS www. localwork.ca CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH

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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

THE RESOURCE FOR JOB SEEKERS

Unemployed? Need a resume? We have resources in our Self-Service Centre to help you create your own resume. For FREE job search help call 250-334-3119. Visit 103â&#x20AC;&#x201C;555 4th St. in Courtenay. www.thejobshop.ca The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

Air Brake Course October 18 & 19

â&#x20AC;˘ Class 1 & 3 â&#x20AC;˘ ICBC Licensed 1st Class Driving School

Position Available The Campbell River Mirror is a growing company that serves the needs of advertisers with community papers and Internet services. Our ability to work as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;teamâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; selling, distributing and writing award winning papers is what sets us apart from our competition. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual that will excel as a team leader in the advertising sales and creative team. It is essential that you have passion and drive and are willing to hit the ground running everyday. Responsibilities for this position will include; â&#x20AC;˘ Grow and maintain an existing commissionable account list. â&#x20AC;˘ Maintain and develop current and potential features, supplements, online opportunities and new business. â&#x20AC;˘ Mentoring and sales guidance to the advertising team. The successful candidate has industry sales experience and a desire to work in a fast paced environment. The right person for the job will assume a senior sales position. We offer benefits and a rewarding compensation package. Email resume and cover letter to: publisher@ campbellrivermirror.com or drop off at our offices, attention: Dave Hamilton, Publisher Campbell River Mirror 104 - 250 Dogwood Street, Campbell River, B.C. V9W 2X9

MEDICAL/DENTAL

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

SECOND RECEPTIONIST needed for a growing dental practice. Some evenings and some Saturdays required. Please email resume and cover letter to: reception@ drcolleenclancy.com Those short-listed will be contacted for interviews. Thank you for your interest.

The Comox Valley Child Development Association is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist for our Early Intervention Therapy program. We require a speech language pathologist to work as part of our enthusiastic family-centred, multidisciplinary therapy team. The therapist would assess, manage, and treat infants and preschoolers providing individual and group treatment. Services may be delivered at our centre, in family homes, and community preschools and daycares. Please see our website www.cvcda.ca for an overview of our organization. Pediatric experience with children from birth to five years of age is required. Applicants must be a member of the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC, and preference is given for members of Speech-Language Audiology Canada. This is a permanent, part-time position. Start date is: October 20, 2014, with salary per HSA Professionals Grid 11 as at April 1, 2013. Submit resumes by Wednesday, October 15, 2014 to Michelle Erikson, Human Resources Manager, michelle@cvcda.ca, 237 Third Street, Courtenay, BC, V9N 1E1.

Courtenay 250-897-9875 â&#x20AC;˘ Campbell River 250-204-9875 www.instructordarryl.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS AND OPERATIONS The Campbell River Hospice Society is seeking an outstanding Director of Programs and Operations to lead the Society in a new and exciting strategic direction. Position to commence ASAP. 35 hours per work with Ĺśexible work schedule. Salary range $ 43,860 - $45,000.00 per annum Closing Date 24th October.

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HELP WANTED

â&#x20AC;˘ Relevant professional degree including Health or Social Services or comparable combination of education and experience â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum of three years successful experience working with nonproĹľt societies at the Director level. â&#x20AC;˘ Proven excellent knowledge of palliative and hospice care. â&#x20AC;˘ Expertise in the selection, training, monitoring and support of those volunteers working directly with palliative care clients â&#x20AC;˘ Proven skilled public speaker, positive and respectful client, community and Board liaison. â&#x20AC;˘ Good computer skills. â&#x20AC;˘ Strong working knowledge of budgets, Ĺľnancial reporting and Ĺľnancial accounting. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience in grant writing, negotiating and implementing contracts as well as human resource management and accurate reporting activities.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT LIVE-IN FEMALE Learning Assistant Wanted We are looking for a responsible, insightful, honest, conscientious, female live-in learning assistant (LILA) for our client in her Courtenay home. She is a young adult with sensory, cognitive and behavioral challenges. Competitive salary, training, and respite schedule provided. Please see w w w. p r e s s b c . c o m / e m p l oy ment.html for more details.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

HANDYPERSONS

250-898-8887. HOME Repair, Renovation & Maintenance Service. Interior or Exterior. Call Les for Free Estimate.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS THINKING OF A NEW IKEA KITCHEN? â&#x20AC;˘ DESIGN â&#x20AC;˘ DELIVERY â&#x20AC;˘ INSTALLATION Since 1990. 250-338-3148 LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CARPENTRY

HOME REPAIRS

RONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RENOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ground to roof, new & repairs. Call Ron at 250-218-2558.

MISC SERVICES GOLDSMITH Custom Designed & Handcrafted Jewellery. Full repair service. Ring sizing while you wait. Engraving Classes available. SIMPLY TIMELESS. 379 4th Street, Courtenay. 250-871-0606

250-650-1333 SKILLED carpenter. Licensed & certified. Free estimates, Call Doug www.suncrestholdings.ca NEED A GUY? Handyman Service. Journeyman Carpenter & Jack of all trades. Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, decks, tiling, bath/kitchens, doors, windows, fix-ups & maintenance. 30yrs exp. Reasonable rates. Seniors Discount. Jamie 250-650-6304

PETS LESSONS/TRAINING

OBEDIENCE TRAINING and more. See web site comoxalfadogtraining.com or 250-218-0633

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

ELECTRICAL

UNDER $300

ELECTRICIAN Small jobs to new construction. B Connected Electrical. 250-792-2168. www.bzzzt.ca

PACIFIC WOOD Stove, $200. Very clean, great condition. Call (250)338-8816.

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FREE ITEMS

FREE STAINED GLASS. Lots and lots of scrap glass, ideal for mosaics. Phone: 250-334-9868

FUEL/FIREWOOD

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Garage Sales

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PERSONAL SERVICES

Please submit resume and covering letter electronically only to Chair â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Personnel Committee Campbell River Hospice Society Email HumResHospiceCR@hotmail.com

GARDENING

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GARAGE SALES

COMOX: 1268 Miller Rd. Saturday, October 11th from 8am till 1pm. Multi-family sale; all good quality items!

COMOX: MOVING sale; 1860 Comox Ave unit #104 (The Landmark). Sunday, October 12th from 9am to 1pm. Furniture, household items, womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s golf clubs and bag, etc... Rain or shine!

COURTENAY - 799 Stewart Ave. Sat. Oct. 11 9am - 1pm. Bring your loonies, bring your toonies. Rain or Shine.

FANNY BAY - 373 Ships Point Rd. Oct. 11 & 12, Sat. & Sun. 9-? Power Tools, 14ft boat & trailer, (2) 9x8â&#x20AC;? Garage Doorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Massage Chair, clothes and much more!

PRE-ESTATE clean-out, selling by the cheap pile. 192 Pritchard Rd, Sat, Oct 11, 9-2.

MERVILLE - 7511 Howard Rd. Sat. Oct. 11th 9am - 3pm. Furniture, clothes, household items, tools.

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REAL ESTATE

FURNITURE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

HOUSES FOR SALE

ANTIQUE 1930â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Rolltop desk. Oak. Excellent condition. Reasonable offers. China cabinet 6ft. $300 250-2878570 or 250-202-7717

TWO 215/65 R 15 winter tires on Nissan Frontier rims: two winters, $150 firm. Med. blue Raider mid-rise canopy off â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;99 Frontier. Fits 76â&#x20AC;?x60â&#x20AC;? box rails, $250. 250-871-3772. WOOD BURNING Fire Insert $500 O.B.O. Vitayur Water Dispenser with one 5gal. water bottle - $30. Call Comox 250-339-7953

TOOLS DINNING RM-SET - Maple buffet & hutch, table extends to 72â&#x20AC;? (2leafs), one captains chair & 4 chairs. $500. 250338-1406

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

CONSTRUCTION TOOLS Ground to Finish: Nail gun, compressor, lazar level, siding tools, cement mixer, cordless tools, chop saws, mitre saws, blades, and more. 250-2182558.

REAL ESTATE

2008 SAGA Scooter 49cc 5200Km No motorcycle license required. $1500.00 obo 250-335-2015

2009 SHOPRIDER SCOOTER 888SLN with weather protection. Fantastic condition. New $5000. Asking $1800 O.B.O. Call 250-338-4705 2 CHINA CABINETS - Excellent condition. Old Country Rose china - new. Lavender Rose China - like new. 2 Storage cabinets. 1 Tool box storage. 5 Draw-dresser. Sewing machine, like new Kenmore & cabinet. 1 large wardrobe(closet), handmade. Please call 250-331-9252 Courtenay.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;99 NISSA FRONTIER SE King Cab 4 cyl, 5spd, 2wd, 205000 km, Nissan service slips since new. $2950. 250871-3772 250-871-3772. ARTIST DAVID WICK NEEDS STUDIO SPACE- I need to kick-start the sell of all remaining prints and noncurrent original artwork at my studio for greatly reduced prices to make wall space for my new fall series. All non-current original artwork & prints must go by October 15th. â&#x153;ąHereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your chance to say yes to a beautiful piece of art... it can transform your home and uplift your soul. Call 250-714-0932 for appointment & address.

CLAIMS INVESTORS ALERT Oil land only - Shares in mines & minerals on 200 acres in Manitoba. $100,000 o.b.o. Will consider leasing. Certificate avail. 250-914-1220

FOR SALE BY OWNER

CAMPBELL RIVER: 302 Island Hwy faces 3rd Avenue. Ocean views from large deck over carport and off master bdrm. Come inside and see over $70,000 of professional interior renovations plus a York Heat Pump! This attractive 3 bdrm & 2 bath side-split is in a desirable area, centrally located in C.R. on a wide lot with mature trees. Lower level could be easily transformed into an In-law suite. Includes 6 as new Kenmore appliances. Asking $384,900. (No Agents). Call 250-702-3309.

COMOX. 2086 sq.ft. 3.5 yr old house. 4-bdrm, 2.5 baths. Quiet neighbourhood, near all amenities. Realtors welcome. $529,500. (250) 941-1410.

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PORT HARDY Well maintained 6-plex Great investment $385,000 Call Noreen 250-949-6319 imagine.it@cablerocket.com

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? MARATHON UTILITY Trailer 4ft X 9ft extended galvanized with folddown rear gate. $1000. Please call 250-8909199 MICHELIN X-ICE winter tires, set of 4, 245/60 R18 105T paid $2250 not needed, as new, on mag. rims w/hub caps $1500. Please call 250-8909199

PEDEGO ELECTRIC Bike 50km range, max. speed 32kmh 7-speed twist shifter $1500.OBO. 250-338-5964 PELLET STOVE Enviro-mini. Brand new, never fired. Asking $2,000 OBO. Please call 250-703-0278 for more information on this great deal.

CONSTRUCTION

RIVERFRONT HOME 4 bdrm, spilt level, private dock, in ground swimming pool, fully fenced yard, front and alley access, playhouse w/slide, newly update! 1631 20th Ave, $348,000. For appt to view please call 250286-3535. Serious inquires only! No realtors please.

WHOLE DUPLEX for sale1280sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 9498 McDougall Rd, Port Hardy, BC. $225,000. Call (250)334-8474. tinyurl.com/porthduplex

HOUSES FOR SALE 3 Bedroom home in Valley Estates, 2 baths, new carpets, 2 sheds, sprinkled system, carport. $150,000, this is a must see home. Call 250-3340942 for more information.

WILLOW POINT- 2 bdrm patio home lots of upgrades, for more information call (250)923-0452.

LANDSCAPING ISLAND ENTERPRISES The only Organic Compost in the valley.

NEW CONSTRUCTION RENOS INTERIOR FINISHING DECKS â&#x20AC;˘ FENCES DRYWALL

Compost/Bark Mulch Top Soil/Gravel Pick Up or Delivery Friendly Service

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

APARTMENT/CONDO

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

DESERT AIRE RV Resort Indio California. Lrg lot & 11 yr old park model , top model Chariot Eagle covered deck & lrg patio. Call Bob for more information 250-594-3939 or beford1@shaw.ca

2BDRM APARTMENT to responsible couple. Avail now. Top half of duplex close to Guthrie & Anderton intersection. $1000/mth. Ref a must. 250-339-7855

BLACK CREEK: Renovated 3 bdrm mobile home w/ large addition, NS/NP, 4 applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Avail. Immed. $825. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call 250-337-5494.

MOUNTAIN VIEW Manor- 125 Centennial Dr, Courtenay. 1 & 2 bdrms, secure entrance, ELEVATOR. 250-334-2800.

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BEAUTIFUL 55+ patio home for sale, super location, bright and sunny 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms with ensuite. Jacuzzi tub in main bathroom. Unit 4 1351 Tunner Drive, Courtenay. Asking $205,000. Call 250-338-8956 or 250-8711556.

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REDUCED! 1369sqft 2 BDRM PATIO HOME. 2bdrm. In a location that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat. Mntn. view. Quiet neighborhood. Beautiful setting. Bareland strata. 2 mins. to Merecroft Village. $279,900. 250-287-8570 or 250-202-7717. C.R.

ELECTRIC FIRE place, oak surround, excellent condition, 32.5â&#x20AC;?hx28.5â&#x20AC;?wx22â&#x20AC;?d, $450 obo. Call (250)871-4479. GLASS TUB enclosure. Electric bug arrestor - $50. Wheelchair - $95. Carpet steamer - $75. Antenna cable 25ft & tripod stand for satellite dish - $30. Argus slide projector & screen - $90. Call 250890-3304

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2 AND 3 BEDROOM available. Quiet complex with on-site management. Reasonable rates. Some completely renovated units with new appliances. Sorry no pets. Security deposit and 2 rental reference required. 250-334-3078

1 and 2 Bedroom suites available. One of the best values in Courtenay. Unique floor plans. California kitchens. These bright, modern suites are available in quiet, secure building.

ARRAN HOUSE APARTMENTS

WILLOW ARMS APARTMENTS

Call Sharon 250-338-7449

1015 Cumberland Rd., Courtenay

1252-9th St., Courtenay

TWO BEDROOM SUITE available in well-respected, adult-oriented building. Close to downtown, and ideal for seniors with bus stop out front. Arran House is well managed and maintained, and offers a friendly and secure atmosphere. House cat is accepted with pet deposit. Non-smoking building. 250-334-9717

Spacious 2 & 3 bedroom suite in a quiet family oriented building with secure entry and manager on site. Walking distance to schools, bus stops, and downtown. Reasonable rent includes heat, hot water, stove, fridge, carpet and drapes. No pets, two rental references and security deposit required. For viewing call Donna

250-334-9667

CONDOS PACIFIC COURT

BEECHER MANOR

1520/1540 Piercy Ave, Courtenay

1045 Cumberland Road

3 bedrooms available in clean, quiet building with onsite manager, close to town, schools, and bus. Stove, fridge, blinds and carpet. In-suite storage with washer and dryer. Small pets welcome. Rental references and security deposit required. To View, Call 250-218-2111

BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS 1 bedroom condo available close to downtown. This quiet, well maintained building suits mature adults. Bus stop is conveniently located out front. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit.

ST. BRELADES

CYPRESS ARMS

146 Back Road, Courtenay

1255 9th Street, Courtenay

FEATURES: Fridge/stove, dishwasher, washer/ dryer, Quiet, clean building. Pet friendly. 2 bedroom condos. Ideal location, walking distance to SuperStore and NIC. Call 250-338-7449

Call 250-334-9717 to view

Deluxe 2 bedroom suite in a quiet well maintained building. Rent includes full size fridge, stove, washer, dryer, carpets and blinds. Nice feature - large open concept kitchen. No pets. 2 Rental references and security deposit required. Call Donna 250-334-9667

TOWNHOUSES TORRY PINES 1560-13th Street, Courtenay Attractive 2 bedroom townhouses have been completely renovated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; enjoy new appliances, flooring and bathroom fittings in these spacious units. Friendly and quiet atmosphere make it ideal for family or working couple. Large, private patio area allows great access for your pet. Small dogs accepted with pet deposit. Call 250-334-9717

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HOMES FOR RENT

SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

TOWNHOUSES

AUTO FINANCING

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

ABBEYFIELD HOUSE offers affordable, supportive seniors accommodation in a home-like setting. All meals provided. Call 250-338-7136 for tour.

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STORAGE BOAT STORAGE. Secure, gated compound. Very reasonable rates. (250)898-7228.

250-897-1611 Licensed Professionals www.pennylane.bc.ca

OCEANVIEW HOME, 2 bdrm, 1 bath (shower only), 4 appls, woodstove, lrg deck, shared property, $50 hydro credit, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $850/mth EAST CTNY HOME, 4 bdrm & den, 3 baths, 6 appls, fam. rm., 3 sided gas F/P, double car garage, fenced yard w/sprinkler system, N/S, No pets, month to month lease, Avail. Immed. - $1,375/mth

FOR Lease New 875 sq. ft. storage unit on Anderton Rd. Comox. 40 ft. long - 14ft. door height; remote control entry. Vicki 250-650-6563 SECURE BOAT & RV storage, starting at $30./month. Call (250)650-4040 or (250)339-6193.

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Do you care about where you live? Do high standards of maintenance, service and cleanliness matter to you? Do you prefer quiet, mature neighbours? If yes, please give us a call and discover how the quality of ownership and management makes all the difference. We have the best managed, finest apartments in the most convenient locations in the Comox Valley. Locally owned, we own and manage our own buildings. THERE IS A DIFFERENCE! Please refer to available apartments listed below. TELEPHONE 250-703-2264 | 250-338-0267 | 250-339-1222

SANDPIPER VILLAGE 1650 Comox Ave. ONE BEDROOM recently renovated and available November 1st. Quiet, well maintained adult building just two blocks from Comox Mall and one block from Filberg Park. Nicely decorated and attractive. Security entry. Call Greg @ 250-339-1222 or John @ 250-703-2264.

HYCROFT 1835 Cliffe Ave.

LARGE ONE BEDROOM bright and spacious. Recent renovation. Very attractive. Quiet, mature adult building. Central Courtenay. Security entry. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

CAPRI 1081 Stewart Ave. TWO BEDROOM bright and spacious in a quiet, well maintained adult building in central Courtenay. Large rooms and nicely renovated. Security entry. End unit with extra windows. A unique suite. Call John @ 250703-2264.

WESTWATER 60 Anderton Ave. TWO BEDROOM recently renovated. Top floor. Full sized appliances including dishwasher and in-suite washer/dryer. Spacious and nicely decorated. In-suite storage, fireplace and Jacuzzi tub. Convenient location just a few blocks from downtown and Filberg Seniors Centre. Fully equipped resident room. Quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Security entry and elevator. No pets. Call John @ 250-703-2264.

BELLE AIRE 575-14th Street UNIQUE TWO BEDROOM in Courtenayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest character building. Very spacious (over 1000 sq. ft.) with private, adjoining carport and fireplace. Full sized appliances in huge country kitchen. Private entry. Central Courtenay. A quiet, well maintained mature adult building. Recently renovated with many features. This is a very special and unique suite. Call David @ 250-338-0267.

VILLA MONTECITO 1331 England Ave. TWO BEDROOM over 1000 sq. ft. in a modern, well maintained and mature adult building just three blocks from downtown. Full-sized appliances with in-suite washer/dryer. Large, designer kitchen. Ensuite. In-suite storage. Very attractive suite freshly renovated. Security Entry. Call David @ 250-3380267.

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2003 OKANAGAN 5th Wheel 29-5Y. Great condition. Large picture window. Large slide. $20,000. Call 250-923-4768.

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2007 ALJO 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Travel trailer. Exc. cond. Equipped with solar panels, two 6V batteries, good tires, TV, stereo, electric tongue jack. Awning like new. Contains: all eating & cooking equip. for trailer life. $12,250. obo. (250)339-7735, Comox.

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ARGO COURT, 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, hot water & basic cable incl., N/S, cat neg. w/ref. Avail. Immed. - $650/mth. Call res. mger for showings: 3348602 BARCLAY SQUARE, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appls, patio, res.pkg, ground flr, N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. $750/mth BRAIDWOOD MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, storage locker, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Immed. - $700/mth STONECROFT VILLAGE, 2 bdrm & den, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, hardwd flrs, bright open concept, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Adult Oriented, Avail. Dec 1 $1,150/mth PARKSIDE, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, balcony, undergr. pkg, storage, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Adult Orientedâ&#x20AC;?, N/S, No pets, Avail. Nov 1 - $1,200/mth TRUMPETERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDING 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, balcony, storage locker, undergrd. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Nov 1 - $1,100/mth TRUMPETER GREENE 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, 5 appls, patio, garage N/S, No Pets, Avail. Nov 1 - $950/mth. HARBOUR QUAY 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appls, gas F/P, patio 2 rest. pkg. spots, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Adult Orientedâ&#x20AC;? N/S No Pets Avail. Dec. 1 - $1300/mth CLOSE TO COLLEGE, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, patio, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Nov 1 - $825/mth JOSHUA COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Nov 1 - $800/mth ASPEN COURT 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, patio, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Nov 1 - $800/mth MAPLEWOOD MANOR, 1 bdrm, 1 bath, F & S, coin laundry, patio, res. pkg, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Adult Orientedâ&#x20AC;?, N/S, No pets Avail Immed. $625/mth VANRIDGE MANOR, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 5 appls, Gas F/P (gas incld), balcony, res. pkg., N/S, No pets, Avail. Nov 1 - $700/mth

CARS 1988 MERCEDES 300CE126,000 km. Asking, $4000. (250)898-4638. 1996 SUNFIRE, 5 spd,4 cyl, 2 door, good tires, good starter car. $1700 obo.250-287-2969 2008 CORSAIR Excella 31 CKDS. Mfg. General Coach. Polar Pak. All season living. lots of storage. Too many features and options to list. Excellent condition. $ 40,900.obo. 250 334-1825 Possibly avail 2005 Dodge 1 ton diesel.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;98 CAVALIER Z24

AC cruise, 5 speed, big kms but reliable & sound, well maintained. $1500. Call 250-9512174

2009 32â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fleetwood Terra Class A Top of their line, only 9,000 mi. As new, must see! 2 slides same side. Loaded & many extras, ready for your next adventure! Asking $89,500. Call: 250-339-9939. HOT! HOT! 87 Mazda RX7, Microtech E.C.U, fuel mapping dyno tuned, after market fuel injectors, large single turbo, Ported and more. Large Power, never raced, never abused only USED. Lots invested. Price $5995. Contact Ken at 250-830-4578.

COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

TRANSPORTATION

THIOKOL 1200C SNOWCAT Specifically designed & renovated to plow roads and go on extended ski trips. 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; removable bed, ski rack top rack, storage area. New rear sprockets, belts in great shape. Rebuilt Differential. Webar carburator, new S.S. brake cylinders, brake bands, new engine electrical system, rear hydraulics; all fluids recently changed. Trailer an option $20,000 firm. 250-2878483

ANTIQUE/CLASSICS

MOTORCYCLES

40FT. TRAVEL TRAILER. Excellent Condition. 3 slides, sleeps 4. Lots of storage. Your home away from home. Asking $45,000. OBO. Please call for more information 250-7023415. IMPORT CAMPER Older. 2 bunks, stove, propane tanks, sink, water tank, table, ice box, steps. Clean and no leaks. Asking $800 o.b.o. 250-2024907. Leave a message.

REDUCED! 2004 SUNSEEKER- FORD. 26 ft w/ slide. 126,000km. Queen size island bed. Thermal pane windows. Transferable extended warranty. Great condition. $26,900. 250-830-8371 Campbell River

TRUCKS & VANS DODGE CARAVAN 1999$995, blue. Clean, inspected by OK Tire, Courtenay. 2995 Moray Ave. Call Dave, 250792-1650.

MARINE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;39 CHRYSLER ROYAL restored six cylinder std. $18,000 may trade for older Ford or ? Call 250-334-9502

YAMAHA SCOOTER. Beautiful one owner Vino Yamaha low mileage gas motor scooter & helmet inc. 250-339-1945

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

6-MICHELIN Steel Radial Tires LT 235/85 R 16. Off a 3500 1 ton. $350. Good shape. 250-914-3900

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36â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Trojan Tri-Cabin, twin Yanmar diesels, low hours, extremely economical. Health forced sale, super deal, $40K obo. 250-732-2744 1996 DUTCH STAR by Newmar. 38ft Deisel Pusher. 192,000km. 8.3 LTR Cummins Motor. 6spd. Allison, Spartan Chassis. 6500 Generator. Lg slide. Oak cabinets. Leather furniture. New batteries. Well maintained Snow Bird Coach. $20,000 firm. 250-287-8483

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COMOX VALLEY WORSHIP DIRECTORY BAHÁ’Í FAITH

THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA WELCOMES YOU TO SERVICES AT:

COMOX UNITED An Affirming Ministry

Comox Avenue at 250 Beach Dr.

Riptide’s Tanner Kempe makes contact with Saanich player. Cullen Buholzer is in the background. Photo Submitted

Riptide foil Fusion

Playing Saanich Fusion is always a tough match for the Riptide U15 boys soccer team. Head coach Bruce Mitchell said Sunday’s (Sept. 28) match “was high intensity soccer and our team performed fantastically. A well-deserved 2-0 victory based on some stellar defence along with timely and clinical finishing. “There weren’t a lot of chances either way but when we had our chances we finished superbly. While our goals were scored by Jay and Nicholas it was the hard work and pressure of our defenders and midfielders that set the stage for success.” The Riptide’s first goal came midway through the first half. Charlie Purcell fed a beautiful pass to Jay Grenier, who found himself some room and beat the Saanich keeper with a solid shot. Riptide held their own through

the remainder of the game, while Saanich players seemed to become increasingly frustrated with their inability to get past the Riptide’s excellent defence. Shohei Iwamoto, John Samuels, Dawson Kipp, Ethan Wong, Brook Gronemeyer, Darren Hall, Cullen Buholzer and Navarre White were unshakeable defensively. The goal that ultimately sealed the win came with a beautiful pass from Tanner Kempe on the left wing, when he launched a pinpoint cross to a rushing Nicholas Mitchell, who flicked it into the Saanich net with a beautiful header. This win gives Riptide keepers Jared Perras and Gary Thiara their third shutout in as many games. At this point, the team is in second place in their division, with a record of three wins and one loss. – Riptide U15 Boys

Sunday Worship Worship and Sunday and Children & Youth Program 10 am Children & Youth Program Saturday Service at 5 pm (Sept-May)

10:00 am Email: cxunited@telus.net Saturday Worship 5:00 pm Rev. Maggie Enwright

Hearing Assistance

Full Wheelchair Access

October to May| 250-339-3966 www.comoxunitedchurch.com

Rev. Maggie Enwright Email: cxunited@telus.net

Full Wheelchair Access

Hearing Assistance

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On Tuesday, Oct. 1 the Glacier Greens Ladies combined their year ending awards presentations with a Christmas in October dinner (as already the “Snowbirds” have started making motions of flapping their wings). Thank you to Ben Gill and his staff for a delicious turkey dinner with all the trimmings. We were pleased to incorporate donations to the Salvation Army at this time. Year End Awards: National Pin Round: Awarded by the RCGA to to the player returning the lowest aggregate of four scores of Pin Days. Connie Alexa the winner with a 272 total, followed closely by Carmel Horochuk with 273. Putting Competition: Best single score was Janet Edwards with 27, followed by Wendy Dowe with 28. Best six-game low putt average: Janet Edwards 30. Most Improved Player: Fran Hutchison with a 7.6; runner-up Rosslyn O’Rourke 5.7. Birdie Board: Brenda Livingstone and Lori Cameron tied for first with five birdies each. Marie Israel was second with four. Ringer Board: 1st Glenda Kinney 38, 2nd Brenda Livingstone 35, 3rd Rikki Farrell 31. The Fran Hume Memorial Shootout, held over a three-week period, is a two-person team, cumulative score competition. Had an exceptionally nice day for the Scramble in Week #1 with Bren-

da Livingstone/Carmel Horochuk stealing the show with a net 52.5. Week #2 was Best Ball. Shifting into high gear with a wide variety of rain outfits to survive the monsoonlike weather, and our drowned-look appearance post-game, we did conjure up quite a picture. Successful in taking the lead were Wendy Dowe/Rikki Farrell on a c/b with a net 64. Week #3 was the ultimate test with Alternate Shot. Emerging the winners were Rosslyn O’Rourke/ Gene Renaud with a net 75. The Overall Champions were the team of Rosslyn O’Rourke/Gene Renaud who had the lowest cumulative score for the three weeks with a 199 net. Second low net was a tie at 206 with the teams of Rikki Farrell/ Wendy Dowe, and Rose Jacobson/ Lori Cameron, and the countback went to Farrell/Dowe. Low low gross with 269 Brenda Livingstone/Carmel Horochuk, second with 279 Ellie Nicholas/Fran Hutchison. We are full of thanks and applause for our club captain Janet Edwards and the rest of the very hard working volunteers on the executive committee and many others making their contributions of time and talents to making a successful year. Thank you to Bill Kelly and his top drawer staff in the pro shop and the groundskeepers. Sayonara till the spring. – Glacier Greens Ladies Golf

www.centralchurchefc.com Pastor Dave Koleba Associate Pastor Jeremy Boehm

Val 250-338-7727 (office)

Spirit in Practice with Denise Nadeau

St. Peter

Jim Lyster, Rector 218 Church St., Comox • 250-339-2925 SATURDAY

5:40 Express Contemporary Worship

(September to June)

SUNDAY

8:00 am & 10:00 am Worship

250-890-9262 cvuf.ca

www.stpeterscomox.ca

Full Gospel Christian Fellowship

PRESBYTERIAN COMOX VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN

Sunday

Jesus has a plan and a purpose for your life. Come, let Him show You the Way!

8:30-9:45am,10:00-11:15 am and 4-5 pm

250-334-4331

email: patmos@shaw.ca http://stjohnthedivinecourtenay.bc.anglican.ca

real people living real life experiencing real change

Worship Services

Services

10am Sundays

Sunday 10:30am Minister: Rev. Jenn Geddes 250-339-2882 e-mail:cvpc@shaw.ca comoxvalleypresbyterian.ca

Full Wheelchair Access

2946 Kilpatrick Ave. 250-338-1312

Please join us for our Sunday Thanksgiving Services

725 Aspen Rd., Comox

11:00 am & 7:00 pm

Hearing Assistance

LIVING A VISION FOR CHRIST AND COMMUNITY

LUTHERAN Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Church (ELCIC)

Comox Recreation 1855 Noel Ave “A place for you: John 14:2

10 am Sunday Worship 250-334-0616

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250-338-5811

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Faith Family Friends

SUNDAYS 10 AM Nursery - Kid Jam Youth Group 1105 Pritchard Rd., Comox www.baychurch.net 250-339-7527

Community Church

Rev. Anthony Divinagracia, Rector 579 - 5th Street, Courtenay

living hope

Congregational Christian Churches of Canada

Comox Valley

St. John the Divine

250 Beach Drive, Comox (at Comox United Church)

www.bahaisofcomox.org 250.702.3041 250.702.0574 www.courtenaybahai.org

Comox Valley Parishes Welcome You!

(October 12th)

We Meet Every Sunday at 4:00

~~~ “O Thou kind Lord! Graciously bestow a pair of heavenly wings unto each of these fledglings, and give them spiritual power…” ‘Abdu’l-Bahá

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

Comox Valley Unitarian Fellowship

There is Hope!

Glacier ladies wrap up

Meeting in the Stan Hagen Theatre of the North Island College at 10 am Sunday Morning

Junior Youth Program – activities to enhance spiritual and intellectual capacities for youth 12 to 14 years.

Bay Community Church

Mark R. Isfeld School 1551 Lerwick Road, Courtenay

250.334.9777 livinghope@shaw.ca

www.livinghopeonline.ca

Join us Sunday @ 10:30 am (Childcare provided)

~A Place to Discover Your Life Purpose ~ 1580 Fitzgerald Ave. Courtenay, BC 250-338-8221

RESONATE BAPTIST CHURCH

“Sounding forth the Supremacy of Christ in all things” 10:00AM at

Brooklyn Elementary School 1290 Guthrie Rd., Comox

Everyone Welcome www.resonatechurch.ca

RIVER HEIGHTS CHURCH

Sunday Celebration 10:30 am

Hosts of “Comox Valley School of Supernatural Ministry”

2201 Robert Lang Drive (Old Fish and Game Building)

250-334-8424

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Thursday, October 9, 2014

Conquer public speaking fear with Comox Toastmasters Anniversary celebration to be held at Berwick on Comox Ave.

For the past decade, Comox Toastmasters has been helping people like Harry Piercy become better communicators. Photo Submitted

Find out how Toastmasters can help conquer the fear of public speaking by attending an upcoming meeting in Comox. Started 10 years ago, Comox Toastmasters has been helping community members become better communicators and leaders. These valuable skills can be learned and practised in the supportive environment of Toastmasters meetings. At each meeting, members hone impromptu speaking skills with table topics, which provide an opportunity to speak on a topic off the cuff. Sharpening this skill is an asset in various situations such as job interviews. In addi-

Time change for SBA meeting The Comox Valley Small Business Association invites all entrepreneurs to its Thursday, Oct. 16 meeting. The meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. at the Florence Filberg Centre, lower level Evergreen Room. Normally the group meets at 5:30, but a schedule conflict has necessitated a change for this meeting only. It will include networking and a mastermind session during which participants discuss various scenarios, opportunities and challenges often faced by owners of small businesses. Founded by a group of home-based business owners in 1998, the SBA is a Valleybased business group that provides education, mentoring and networking opportunities to members. It hosts meetings on the first and third Thursdays of the month.

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Drop letters off at 765 McPhee Ave., Courtenay or Mail to: 765 McPhee Ave. Courtenay, B.C. V9N 2Z7 or e-mail to letters@comoxvalleyrecord.com Be sure your letter includes a signature and phone number

In addition to meetings, there are a variety of marketing opportunities for members. The website and Facebook page accepts member posts. Members can also gain visibility through sponsorships and participation on committees, the board and in fun events such as the Canada Day parade. Membership is open to all small business-

es. www.CVEntrepreneurs.com. •Ready for some fun…a trip down memory lane? In recognition of the 40th anniversary of the iconic Rocky Horror Picture Show, the association is hosting a showing of the movie this month to benefit the Comox Valley Food Bank. The show — scheduled for Oct. 30 — will

be at the Courtenay Legion. Doors open at 8 p.m. Showtime is 9 p.m. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. Admission is $10 per person. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information or tickets, contact Russ Ball (AudioXcellence DJ Systems) at 250-703-3444.

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tion to table topics, was affected. Ever each meeting consists since I learned how of speeches. Members to listen attentively, I prepare speeches on have a closer relationfavourite topics with ship with my family.” Meetings are a safe specific objectives, such as using body lan- environment to pracguage to enhance the tise techniques. speech. Later, speak“Toastmasters proers are provided with vides a supportive and supportive evaluation positive environment on everyw h e r e thing from members gestures have the By being to vocal opportuable to explain nity to variety. overcome F o r things better to their fear H a r r y others, there have of public Piercy — speaka 20-year been fewer mising and T o a s t - takes. masters s h a r p en Harry Piercy presentamember tion skills,” and ski patroller — presenting says Lyse Clement, speeches has helped club president. “Other him to give clearer benefits include the opportunity to increase instructions. “By being able to one’s confidence, build explain things better to critical thinking skills others, there have been and become an effecfewer mistakes,” said tive listener.” Learn how ToastPiercy, whose family life has been helped by masters can help you Toastmasters. “Before in becoming a more Toastmasters, I did not confident communicaknow how to listen, so tor by attending the my relationship with 10th anniversary celmy wife and children ebration Oct. 21 at 7

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p.m. at 1700 Comox Ave. — Berwick Retirement Community. Participants will see a meeting in action, hear members from all skill levels present captivating speeches, and ask questions. By attending, you will be taking a simple first step to improve your communication skills. For more information call Brian Chow at 250-331-3687. Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of meeting locations. Headquartered in Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., the organization’s membership exceeds 292,000 in more than 14,350 clubs in 122 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people of all backgrounds become more confident in front of an audience. – Toastmasters

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Social media and the election

acebook and other social media have played supporting roles in the last few elections, but the 2014 municipal election may be the first where they can be seen to have a direct effect on the outcome. It’s already had a direct effect on one young aspirant to the mayor’s chair in another community, who declared his intention to run Friday morning and withdrew Friday evening, after some inappropriate Facebook posts he made last year came to light. That’s a lesson learned for the young man, and one way social media has already affected the outcome of the Nov. 15 municipal election. There will certainly be others. People are talking about the change they want to see in politics using these platforms, which is a good thing and will make them a force on Nov. 15. Still, watching the discussion on social media, you see how often opinion gets substituted for fact, and how fast discussions get hijacked or devolve into personal attacks and other forms of abuse. The lesson here for voters, as social media becomes evermore a source of political information free from checks and balances, is to do your own research. As with all information that comes your way in life, fact-check and examine the source supplying it before deciding if it’s reliable, especially when using it to decide where to make your mark on a ballot. Most importantly, never vote based on someone else’s beliefs and judgments. Learn to separate opinion from fact, and remember that even the most well-meaning people may be sharing inaccurate information. -Black Press

Record Question of the Week This week: A solid 65 per cent of respondents believe that the closure of Marigold Pharmacy by the College of Pharmacists of BC is a case of Big Business stomping out the “little guy”. Next week: Will the Vancouver Canucks qualify for the NHL playoffs this season? Go to www.comoxvalleyrecord.com to vote. Visit our Facebook page for more discussion on the topic. It’s Thanksgiving weekend and, aside from taking the time to give thanks for all we have, it also means turkey, pumpkin pie, family...

Staff are out thousands as the owner of a local restaurant skips town, apparently with little concern for the well-being of his workers.

Rejoice the start of hockey season

t’s here, finally. setting themselves up for a rosy The only reason to celfuture, but management continebrate the coming of winter ues to fumble when it comes to officially arrived yesterday: The acquiring veteran help to guide start of the NHL season. the young talent. For the next six At least their months or so, hockey defence should be COMMEN-TERRY fans around the country better than the will be watching every past few seasons, night as they cheer where their breakERRY their respective teams out play of choice toward the playoffs. was a face-off at ARRELL For fans of the westcentre ice. ern Canadian franThe argument is chises, those hopes are that no one wants likely to fade sooner, rather than to live in the Great White North. later. Edmonton is perennially voted The Vancouver Canucks are among the bottom one or two sorta, kinda in a rebuilding places of choice when players are mode. They have some of the old polled. guard remaining – namely the It wasn’t always like that, and Sedin twins, and defencemen therein lies the irony. Kevin Bieksa and Alex Edler, but For all the good Wayne Gretzwith a new president, a new gen- ky did the NHL by developing eral manager and a new coach, a hockey fever in southern Californew philosophy is also in place. nia, and, as an off-shoot, Florida, It will take time to get back to that has hurt hockey in Canada the glory days of battling for the and particularly in Edmonton. President’s Trophy, much less Winnipeg and, to a lesser degree, the Stanley Cup. Previous manCalgary, are in the same boat. agement was too shortsighted Who would want to withstand to keep the shelves stocked for weeks on end of -30C temperathe future and now we, the fans, tures when you can choose to must pay the price. ply your trade in sunny Florida, Much the same can be said where you can work in relative of the situation in Calgary. The anonymity and collect millions Flames are now in a full-blown doing so? rebuild, and again, due to a “play As much as I love Canada, I for today” philosophy, it’s going to understand the logic. take some time. So now, fans in Vancouver, In Edmonton, it’s the exact Edmonton and Calgary suffer opposite. The Oilers seem to forin the same division as NHL ever be stocking the shelves and powerhouses L.A., San Jose and

Anaheim. With only the top three teams from the division guaranteed playoff spots, the three Canadian teams in the Pacific Division are destined to be battling five other teams for one of two wild card spots. Included in those five others will likely be the Winnipeg Jets, who are in not much better of a situation than their more westerly Canadian brethren. And when you consider that Chicago, St. Louis, Colorado and Dallas are all in the Central Division, the reality is that there is only one wild card spot remaining. The Canadian teams in the Eastern Conference have their own issues. For the second straight season, the Ottawa Senators lost their captain, as Jason Spezza was traded to the Dallas Stars, for “potential” and a draft pick. The Toronto Maple Leafs are … well… the Toronto Maple Leafs. By April it will be 48 years and counting. Aside from the Montreal Canadiens, who made a believer out of me last year, that you don’t need size to win games in this league anymore, it could be a long, long winter for Canadian hockey fans. Still, there’s hope. And that’s what makes October great. Terry Farrell is the editor of the Comox Valley Record

Congratulations and stay the course, city hall Dear editor, I feel compelled to congratulate the staff at city hall for doing their jobs, which as I see it, is to make sure regulations are upheld. If Mr. Coulson feels they are there to help advance his development I think he is suffering from the same thing as Alison Redford did, a sense of entitle-

ment. And while I’m at it, I appreciate the greenness of this Valley and the small individual businesses. I do not want to see another housing development take the place of green space or, heaven forbid, another big box store which only serves to put the small businesses out of business

and import more superfluous consumer goods from China. If this continues, we will soon look like Nanaimo, nothing individual about the place, just another strip mall with no character. Keep it up all you engineers don’t be intimidated. Claudette Preece Courtenay

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Family adds name to long list of Sanchez supporters Dear editor, Our family have been customers of Rudy Sanchez since he opened Marigold Pharmacy and always received the most professional care and attention. We were outraged to see that, once again, he was being harassed by the College of Pharmacists of BC who shut down the pharmacy end of his store for the “sake of public safety”. They confiscated $250,000 worth of inventory during their first visit a few years ago and held it until their expiry dates had passed, and this

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time took (stole?) 30 more boxes of inventory. His lawyer said he has been ‘continually harassed’ and we are certainly seeing a few holes in the College arguments. Two inspectors visited him in March

and determined the public is in ‘danger’, yet wait six months to act!? You be the judge. Just whom is being ‘protected’? They didn’t seem to mind that in those six months we, the public, would continue to be receiving

unclean products? As to being ‘unclean’, Mr. Sanchez is a very intelligent man - with all that ‘oversight’, over such a long period of time, do you really think such a professional pharmacist would be doing his work in a dirty premise? We also take objection to the wording used by the College in their statements. We find it not only inflammatory but verging on being libellous. The College inspectors’ time would be better spent looking

into the number of actual deaths caused by ‘their’ products. What has happened over the last few years to Mr. Sanchez is despicable, his customers know it, and we’ll make sure the College knows it and ends this harassment. We want them to return his inventory and we want him back as our pharmacist. We agree with his lawyer Mr. Ansley, that this is a ‘witch hunt’ and we find their actions deplorable. John Baxter Courtenay

Fines are not serving the desired purpose when it comes to changing poor driving habits

Dear editor, Recently a thought came to my mind regarding our driving habits, including my own. Why do we think that we have the right to drive careless at times, even to the point that we could cause an accident and

kill someone or injure for life? A letter published in a Victoria paper suggested a first, second and third offence fine. Here are my thoughts: We have to realize that it is a privilege that we can drive a car, however,

as soon as we push the gas pedal all the way down and exceed the speed limit and on top of that switch lanes and cut off other drivers, we take the risk of killing others. Drivers like that should have no rights to drive on any roads. This kind

of atrocious misbehaviour in traffic could be identified by the use of cameras on each vehicle. This gauge would largely take care of the onslaught that is occurring on our roads. Yes, this is drastic, but don’t forget; 26 people lost their lives

in September in car accidents in B.C. As I stated in the very beginning of my article “including my own” driving habits. I mean this, because this it is a matter of life or death, therefore we need stricter laws that can deal with driv-

ers who should not be driving period. Think about the tragedies of those that have to face the loss of their loved ones, just because their relatives happen to drive while another driver became reckless. Driving is a privilege and should

be protected by laws that hold water without any leaking. The repeated fines suggestion is drastic, yet not severe enough to stop this thoughtless killing on our roads. Ary Sala Fanny Bay

Beware of Common Sense, not CUPE, running city hall

Dear editor, Re: Tom Fletcher’s Concerns about CUPE running city halls after the next civic elections (Is CUPE running your city hall?, Comox Valley Record, Sept. 30) Tom Fletcher warns us about CUPE members organizing ‘full slates’ with ‘cuddly’ names to appeal to ‘low-information voters’. Personally, I’d be more concerned about slates calling themselves ‘Common Sense’, the label used by a local slate that ran in our last civic election. The name was used in

1995 by Mike Harris, former premier of Ontario, when he dubbed his approach ‘The Common Sense Revolution’. Tim Hudak, the last premier of Ontario, used three of the advisers who worked with Mike Harris, and his own wife who was a policy adviser with Harris. Last year in Calgary a group called ‘Common Sense Calgary’ (.com) tried to unseat the popular Mayor Nenshi. But, like Tim Hudak they lost. The politics of Mike Harris, Tim Hudak and the folks in the Common Sense revolu-

tion, can only be described as mean-spirited - the bottom line was the only ‘god’ that governed their policies. Maybe we are now seeing this locally. Since our last election, the challenge of ‘housing for the homeless’ was not only not solved, it has become a problem that the voters have to settle in our next election. We’ll be asked to vote on a very divisive question - ‘will we be willing to add $5, $10 or nothing’ to our tax bill’. Our local referendum question has been discussed on radio shows in both Victoria and

Vancouver and we find this heartbreakingly embarrassing. Correct me if I’m wrong, but isn’t having a roof over your head, enough food to eat, and clean water a ‘basic human right’? If so, why are we voting on it? These rights are a ‘given’; and they should have been settled in a positive way by the mayor and council. Rosemary Baxter Courtenay

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50+ Seniors - Thursday Team Pt Hopefuls 33 Class Act 31 Spare Shooters 20 Happy Wanderers 20 Quinsam Auto 19 $ $ Strikers 7.5 incl. freight & pDI incl. freight & pDI Limeys 16 $ $ Flyers 14.5 cash cash King Pins 14 Amigos 5 $ $ Team high game scr Strikers 637 Team high game hdcp Limeys $ $ 877 consumer incentive consumer incentive Team high series scr Spare Shooters 1763 Team high series hdcp Class + fees & taxes + fees & taxes Act 2500 Mens high game scr Ray Berkenstock 213 * 0% for maximum term of 48 months . . 0% in lieu $500 CID, 500 CID to buy. Rate from 0.99%, 0 payments subject to finance approval. Dealer may choose not to buy down rate Mens high game hdcp Mike in lieu of discount. Gribble 240 Mens high series scr Ray Berkenstock 527 bchonda.com Mens high series hdcp Bill *$2,000/Up to $3,000/Up to $3,000 Honda cash purchase incentive is available select 2014 Civic models (2D LX, 2D EX, 2D EX-L NAVI, 2D Si, 4D LX, 4D EX, 4D Touring and 4D Si), select CR-V models (LX, EX, EX-L, Touring) and select 2014 Accord models (2D EX, 2D EX-L Navi, 4D LX, 4D Sport, 4D Harrison 664 Island Honda EX-L and 4D Touring). Honda cash purchase incentive will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes and cannot be combined with special lease or finance offers. #Limited time lease offer based on select new 2014 Honda models through Honda Canada Finance Inc. O.A.C. Lease example based Ladies high game scr Helena bchonda.com on a new 2014 Civic 4D DX 5MT model FB2E2EEX and a 48 month lease term available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc. O.A.C.: 0.99% lease APR for 48 months O.A.C. Bi-weekly payment, including freight and PDI, is $88.79 based on applying $1,075.00 lease dollars (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes). Down payment of $0.00, first bi-weekly payment, environmental fees and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $9,234.16. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 96,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess Courville 173 kilometres.†Limited time 0.99% finance offer based on select new 2014 Honda models only through Honda Canada Finance Inc. O.A.C. Finance example based on a new 2014 Civic 4D DX 5MT model FB2E2EEX and a 48 month finance term available only through Canada Finance O.A.C.: *$2,000/Up to $3,000/Up to $3,000 Honda cash purchase incentive is available select 2014 Civic models (2D LX, 2D EX, 2D EX-L NAVI, 2D Si, 4D LX, 4D EX, 4D Touring and 4D Si), select CR-V models (LX, EX, EX-L, Touring) and select 2014 Accord models (2D EX,Honda 2D EX-L Navi, 4D LX, 4DInc. Sport, 4D Ladies high game hdcp Lisa $17,185 at 0.99% annumHonda equalscash $410.46 monthly for 48 will months. Freightfrom and PDI of $1,495 included. of and borrowing forwith a total obligation of finance $19,702.08. Down payment of $0.00, monthly payment, environmental feesthrough and $0 security depositFinance due at finance inception. arebased extra. EX-L and 4Dper Touring). purchase incentive be deducted the negotiated price afterCost taxes cannotisbe$393.01, combined special lease or offers. #Limited time lease offerfirst based on select new 2014 Honda models Honda Canada Inc. O.A.C. LeaseTaxes example Finance approved credit4DforDX qualified customers only.**MSRP $19,990 / $27,685 / $25,685only / $36,685 onCanada a new 2014 CivicInc. 4D DX 5MT0.99% FB2E4EEX CR-VforLX482WD RM3H3EES / Accord 4D L4 LX 6MT CR2E3EE / $1,695 freight$1,075.00 and PDI. lease */** Prices and/or payments shown do on aonnew 2014 Civic 5MT model FB2E2EEX and a 48ismonth lease term available throughbased Honda Finance O.A.C.: lease/APR months O.A.C. Bi-weekly payment, including freightincluding and PDI,$1,495 is $88.79 based/ $1,695 on applying dollars (which is deducted from Gribble 241 not include PPSA lienselling registration and lien registering agent's fees, which due at time of delivery. Dealer may sell for$0 less. Dealer trade may required. For allTotal offers levies (air conditioning tax of $100license, and tire/battery taxand of $25), license, applicable taxes and registration extra. Offers valid the negotiated price before taxes). Down payment of $0.00, firstare bi-weekly payment, environmental fees and security deposit due atbelease inception. lease obligation is $9,234.16. Taxes, insurance registration areinsurance, extra. 96,000 kilometre allowance; charge ofare $0.12/km for excess from October 1st through time 31st,0.99% 2014 atfinance participating Honda Offers only for British residents at BC HondaInc. Dealers locations. subject or cancellation without notice.FB2E2EEX Terms andand conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your BC Canada Honda retailer fullO.A.C.: details. Ladies high series scr Claire kilometres.†Limited offer based onretailers. select new 2014valid Honda models only Columbia through Honda Canada Finance O.A.C. Finance Offers example basedtoonchange a new 2014 Civic 4D DX 5MT model a 48 month finance term available only through Honda FinanceforInc. $17,185 at 0.99% per annum equals $410.46 monthly for 48 months. Freight and PDI of $1,495 included. Cost of borrowing is $393.01, for a total obligation of $19,702.08. Down payment of $0.00, first monthly payment, environmental fees and $0 security deposit due at finance inception. Taxes are extra. Brown 486 Finance on approved credit for qualified customers only.**MSRP is $19,990 / $27,685 / $25,685 / $36,685 based on a new 2014 Civic 4D DX 5MT FB2E4EEX / CR-V LX 2WD RM3H3EES / Accord 4D L4 LX 6MT CR2E3EE including $1,495 / $1,695 / $1,695 freight and PDI. */** Prices and/or payments shown do not include PPSA lien registration and lien registering agent's fees, which are due at time of delivery. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. For all offers levies (air conditioning tax of $100 and tire/battery tax of $25), license, insurance, applicable taxes and registration are extra. Offers valid Ladies high series hdcp Claire from October 1st through 31st, 2014 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your BC Honda retailer for full details. Brown 639

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Island Honda wants to thank the Comox Valley and the North Island for making Island Honda the Number 1 Honda Dealer on Vancouver Island.

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Team W L T Pt Cowichan FC 5 0 0 15 Saanich Fusion 3 0 2 11 Bays United 2 1 2 8 Vic West 2 2 1 7 Lakehill McLaren 2 2 1 7 Gorge FC 1 1 3 6 Westcastle 2 3 0 6 Nanaimo United 1 3 1 4 Comox Valley 1 3 1 4 Castaways 0 4 1 1 Oct. 4 Comox Valley United 2 (Graeme McNeill, Zack Stinson) Nanaimo United 2 (Matt Mehrassa, Tony Maestrello) Oct. 11 Comox Valley United @ Lakehill McLaren Lighting

DODGEBALL Intermediate - Wednesday Team W L T Pt Lightning Dogs 2 0 0 4 Those Guys 2 0 0 4 Thundercats 2 0 0 4 Mother Duckers 1 1 0 2 Piggy Back Attack 1 1 0 2 Grease Balls 0 2 0 0 Super Attack Squid 0 2 0 0 The Ballistics 0 2 0 0

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Team W L T Pt Cermaq Outlaws 5 0 0 15 CVUSC Revolution 4 0 1 13 Marine Harvest 4 1 0 12 Oceanside 4 1 0 12 Shooters 3 2 0 9 Courtenay Kickers 1 3 1 4 Nanaimo 1 3 1 4 Port Alberni 1 4 0 3 Nanaimo Wheatys 0 4 1 1 River City FC 0 5 0 0 Oct. 5 Nanaimo 1 River City FC 0 FF, CVUSC Revolution 3 Comox Valley Shooters 1, Oceanside United 5 Port Alberni 0, Courtenay Kickers 1 Marine Harvest Bandits 2, Cermaq Outlaws 6 Nanaimo Wheatys 2 Oct. 12 Thanksgiving - no games Emma Greene Goals (Revolution) 9; Sydney Roberts (Bandits) 6 Pamela Richer Shutouts (Oceanside) 3; Kelsey Creviston (Outlaws) 2

Tuesday Team Lockout All-Stars Shut Your 5-Hole Greasy Road Wins No Regretzkis Korea Dream Team Spartans

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SCORING Glacier Kings Top 10 Player GP G A Pt Liam Shaw 9 4 6 10 Derian Hamilton 9 0 9 9 Grant Iles 9 2 5 7 F. Colapaolo 8 4 2 6 Dylan Sampson 4 2 4 6 Keagun Selva 9 1 5 6 Sheldon Brett 3 4 1 5 Austin McNeil 9 2 3 5 Mitchell Hawes 5 3 1 4 Ty Madden 6 2 0 2

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par threes thanks to Bill Kelly (Bill Kelly Golf), Scott Fraser (Royal LePage Realty), Bill Girard (Canadian Western Bank), Gary Weibe (Boston Pizza) and the Saturday Men’s Club. A special thank you to club member Lee Johnson who once again donated a framed painting to the Memorial Bridge fundraiser table. “My committee and I thank all the Saturday Men’s players for their continued support and a special thank you to head professional Bill Kelly and his staff for their support and assistance,” said Saturday Men’s co-ordinator Len Doyle. – Glacier Greens Men’s Golf

Model: Accord Touring CR3F9EKN

North Division Team W L T OTL Pt Campbell R. 9 0 0 0 18 Nanaimo 8 2 0 1 17 Comox Valley 4 2 1 2 11 Oceanside 2 8 0 0 4 South Division Team W L T OTL Pt Westshore 8 3 0 0 16 Victoria 7 1 1 0 15 Kerry Park 8 4 0 1 13 Saanich 0 8 0 1 1 Peninsula 0 11 0 0 0 Oct. 4 Comox Valley 5 Oceanside 3 Oct. 10 Oceanside @ Comox Valley 7:30 p.m. Sports Centre #1 Oct. 11 Comox Valley @ Oceanside 7:30 p.m.

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Ninety-seven Glacier Greens participants were treated to a fine Oct. 4 early fall day as they teed it up for the Saturday Men’s annual fall wrap tournament – affectionately known as the Devil’s Scramble. It is a team event with six holes best ball, six holes scramble and six holes of the dreaded Devil’s Scramble winners (left to right) Brian Wise, Philip dice game. This year’s winning team Ball, Warren Brandson, Al Pasanen and Leo Lamothe. on a count-back with a score of -14 was Glacier Greens Sauve, Bruce Henderson, Graham, Bill Girard, Pat assistant pro Brian Wise and Henry Bonde and Armin Renaud, Wayne Hay, Rod Verchere. his team of Philip Ball, War- Reckhard. Third place at -13 went Following play each player ren Brandson, Al Pasanen and Leo Lamothe. Also at to Shane Robinson, Neil was treated to a fine chick-14 was Glacier Greens Pro Neilson, Glen Parsons, Stan en dinner prepared by Ben and Scoul- Gill and his staff. Team KPs BCHD-September-AllLine-4CPD-8x11.786.pdf 9/6/13 4:14:09Hugh PM Shop staff member Terran Kirkland Berger and his team of Ted lar. Fourth at -12 was Burt were available on all five

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Thursday, October 9, 2013 • COMOX VALLEY RECORD

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Calendar that supports local conservation efforts on sale now The calendars are available for sale at a variety of locations around the Comox Valley.

Submitted The 2015 Comox Valley Conservation Calendars are now available for sale. The wall calendars are a one-of-a-kind educational tool, featuring stunning photographs of some of the Valley’s wildlife and iconic natural areas such as Strathcona Park, Morrison Creek, Macdonald Woods and the K’ómoks Estuary. Each month features a large colour photograph and pairs it with information about local environmental groups like Comox Valley Land Trust, Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society and Comox Valley Nature. The calendar highlights the great work that these groups are doing in our community and is a valuable resource for people looking to learn more about the Comox Valley’s rich ecology or for volunteer opportunities.

Available at ...

Fundraiser The calendar is published annually as a fundraiser by the Comox Valley Conservation Strategy (CVCS) Community Partnership. These funds support activities that promote and conserve natural areas through improved land use planning in the Comox Valley. “The annual calendar project is a real community effort,” said CVCS project man-

The Comox Valley Conservation Calendars are available throughout the community. Photo Submitted ager David Stapley. “Every year, the CVCS co-ordinates the gathering of information from environmental groups and photos from some of

the Valley’s best photographers, with the help of photographer Kerry Dawson. The photos are then reviewed and 13 finalists are selected.”

In Courtenay, they are at Canadian Tire, Edible Island Foods, Shoppers Drug Mart, Laughing Oyster Bookstore, the Comox Valley Art Gallery, London Drugs, Art Knapp’s, Coles, Thrifty Foods and the Conservation Centre office at 2356a Rosewall Cres., and the Ryan Road branch of the Royal Bank. In Comox, calendars are available at Portuguese Joes, Blue Heron Books, Independent Grocer, The Inkwell, Shoppers Drug Mart and at Mid Island Gifts at the Comox Airport. In Cumberland, the calendars are available at the North Island Visitors Centre and Seeds. In addition, local schools, clubs and community groups are invited to use the calendar as a fundraiser for their own projects and activities. For information about calendar sales contact David Stapley at dsconsulting@ shaw.ca The CVCS Community Partnership is a coalition of 22 local environmental and residents’ associations that support the Conservation Strategy.

Devon Canada’s Safe and Healthy Communities Grant provides local non-profits up to $5,000 to help ensure kids and families are safe and healthy. For more details and to apply visit www.devongrants.ca The deadline for applications is October 31, 2014

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COMOX VALLEY RECORD • Thursday, October 9, 2013

This week’s Community Crossword is brought to you by BARBARA & CARLA AT ROYAL LEPAGE

THE NATIONALIST AND THE NEWBORN

Barbara and Carla Senior Real Estate Specialist

Seniors Real Estate Specialist

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Thursday, October 9, 2013 • COMOX VALLEY RECORD

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Thanksgiving MAKE SOMEONE’S THANKSGIVING!

Smoked Ham

Shank or Butt Portion, 6.59 per kg

Donate to your local Food Bank

EXTR LARG A E

Super Sweet Pineapple

6 $ 99 09 for

regular store hours

Monday Oct. 13 until 6pm* *Westshore open until 10pm

Hertel’s

Hawaiian “Dole”

Sunday Oct.12

Large

Kaiser Buns Selected

Double Layer Black Forest Cake

99 per Lb

per lb

Canadian AA

Prime Rib Oven Roast 15.41 per kg

99 Dairyland

Egg Nog 2lt

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